The suspect lives around the corner from where the incident took place (Google Maps)
The suspect who slashed a Danish tourist on West 86th Street Wednesday morning has been arrested, police have confirmed.
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Joshua Zinberg, a 25-year-old man who police say lives at 170 West 85th Street (between Columbus and Amsterdam avenues), was booked on charges of Attempted Murder in the 2nd Degree, Assault in the 1st and 2nd Degree, and Criminal Possession of a weapon in the 4th degree.
The victim was a 55-year-old man who Zinberg slashed in the face at about 10:21 a.m. on Wednesday near 114 West 86th Street. It was unclear what led to the violent confrontation, but the victim was walking with two other men and several witnesses hear the suspect shouting before the attack.
Fox 5 reports that Zinberg’s mom turned him in. Video shared by Fox shows Zinberg being escorted out of the 20th Precinct and into a squad car. Before getting in he can be seen spitting at a camera and saying “That’s for all of you.” He reportedly has a history of mental health struggles.
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According to public records, two individuals who share Joshua’s last name live in a third floor apartment at 170 West 85th Street, along with three other listed occupants.
Pix 11 reports that Zinberg “was in his car outside his home when he was [arrested] at around 2 a.m. Thursday, according to sources.”
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Well I’m sure we can all look forward to RFK Jr solving the mental health crisis in this country.