Elected officials released the following statements after an Asian woman was pushed to her death at the Times Square subway station.
U.S. Rep. Grace Meng: “I am horrified to learn about this heinous crime in our city and devastated over the death of this woman. It is a terrible and senseless tragedy and my heart aches for her loved ones at this difficult time. This incident highlights the need to ensure that all New Yorkers who use mass transit are safe, and that those in need of mental health services receive the help they require. I am committed to working with our new Mayor Eric Adams, Governor Hochul and their administrations to address these concerns. I spoke with the Mayor and Governor today (Jan. 15), and joined the Mayor at the scene this afternoon. I thank them for reaching out and for being responsive.”
NYS Senator John C. Liu: “It’s 2022 and Asians in New York City and around America still suffer from relentless and hate-fueled attacks on a regular basis. Just this week, there have been at least three despicable and high-profile attacks on Asians – one on the eve of Korean American Day when a good samaritan was assaulted as he attempted to help a man shivering in the cold, then an elderly woman was viciously shoved to the ground in Queens resulting in serious injuries, and finally today’s horrific and fatal attack in the subway. In addition, Yao Pan Ma, a 61-year-old who was collecting cans when he was attacked eight months ago, sadly succumbed to his injuries this week. Mayor Adams has shown tremendous promise in his commitment to address public safety, but hatred doesn’t care about who’s in office. Our city clearly needs to act immediately to address these unending attacks; do more to connect mental health services to those who so desperately need them, and redouble our efforts to improve and expand education about the Asian American community and experience.”
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