Police Say Arrest Made In Random Attack On 87-Year-Old Man In Brooklyn
Police said the suspect approached from behind and said "I know you." He allegedly drop-kicked the victim to the ground and then ran off.
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Police said the suspect approached from behind and said "I know you." He allegedly drop-kicked the victim to the ground and then ran off.
Police say the man was punched in the back of the head, causing him to fall down a staircase and land on the floor.
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