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Thai Student's Attack in NY Highlights Safety Concerns

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A 26-year-old Thai student and aspiring model was attacked and robbed in New York, raising concerns about the response from Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) staff. Finding no immediate help, she had to flag down a car to reach the police.

 

Details of the June 22 incident emerged on Facebook, urging Thai nationals to stay vigilant. The victim, known as Zyne, was brutally assaulted at a Brooklyn subway station. Her attacker punched and slashed her face before stealing her belongings. Part of this terrifying incident was recorded on her phone and uploaded automatically.

 

Zyne sought help from nearby MTA employees, but her attempts were unsuccessful. She then managed to stop a passing vehicle, which enabled her to contact the police and receive medical care. Currently, she is recovering from significant physical injuries and psychological trauma.

 

This attack draws parallels to a 2021 incident involving Thai model Bew Jirajariyawetch, who was also assaulted in a Manhattan subway station.

 

Deciding to speak out, Zyne is highlighting the rise in violence, particularly against Asian women in New York City. Her bravery underscores widespread frustration over similar cases that often go unacknowledged. Victims frequently feel isolated and vulnerable, lacking a voice. Zyne calls for awareness, accountability, and change.

 

An update on the case reveals the New York Police Department (NYPD) arrested the suspect, 54-year-old Lewis Doctor, four days after the incident at Chauncey Street Subway Station. However, no interviews have been conducted with local media to discuss the motive behind the attack.

 

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  • This is life is a Democrat run city.  

  • This is life in many cities around the world.

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    They probably see it so much that this kind of thing is completely normal to them. What a place. First world? Mirror that with the MRT… they’d be all over the perp like a cheap suit. Come back home, y

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This is life is a Democrat run city.  

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14 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

Zyne sought help from nearby MTA employees, but her attempts were unsuccessful.


They probably see it so much that this kind of thing is completely normal to them. What a place. First world? Mirror that with the MRT… they’d be all over the perp like a cheap suit. Come back home, young lady. 

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15 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

This attack draws parallels to a 2021 incident involving Thai model Bew Jirajariyawetch, who was also assaulted in a Manhattan subway station.

 

https://aseannow.com/topic/1243370-update-brutal-attack-on-thai-woman-investigated-by-nypd/

 

 

Can't find a lot of details on this most recent attack, almost everything leads back to one AI enhanced story.

 

 

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30 minutes ago, daveAustin said:


They probably see it so much that this kind of thing is completely normal to them. What a place. First world? Mirror that with the MRT… they’d be all over the perp like a cheap suit. Come back home, young lady. 

This is normal in NYC.

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15 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

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A 26-year-old Thai student and aspiring model was attacked and robbed in New York, raising concerns about the response from Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) staff. Finding no immediate help, she had to flag down a car to reach the police.

 

Details of the June 22 incident emerged on Facebook, urging Thai nationals to stay vigilant. The victim, known as Zyne, was brutally assaulted at a Brooklyn subway station. Her attacker punched and slashed her face before stealing her belongings. Part of this terrifying incident was recorded on her phone and uploaded automatically.

 

Zyne sought help from nearby MTA employees, but her attempts were unsuccessful. She then managed to stop a passing vehicle, which enabled her to contact the police and receive medical care. Currently, she is recovering from significant physical injuries and psychological trauma.

 

This attack draws parallels to a 2021 incident involving Thai model Bew Jirajariyawetch, who was also assaulted in a Manhattan subway station.

 

Deciding to speak out, Zyne is highlighting the rise in violence, particularly against Asian women in New York City. Her bravery underscores widespread frustration over similar cases that often go unacknowledged. Victims frequently feel isolated and vulnerable, lacking a voice. Zyne calls for awareness, accountability, and change.

 

An update on the case reveals the New York Police Department (NYPD) arrested the suspect, 54-year-old Lewis Doctor, four days after the incident at Chauncey Street Subway Station. However, no interviews have been conducted with local media to discuss the motive behind the attack.

 

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Sorry to hear that what happened to her.

Now she's one of the daily 80 people who are assaulted in NYC.

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31 minutes ago, Mike_Hunt said:

This is normal in NYC.

 

OMG, what a terrible place it is!

15 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

A 26-year-old Thai student and aspiring model was attacked and robbed in New York, raising concerns about the response from Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) staff. Finding no immediate help, she had to flag down a car to reach the police

Welcome to NY.... 

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No way is the subway in NYC safe for pretty little Thai girls.

 

Remember this recent high profile case where there was this crazy black guy on the subway threatening people so this Marine vet put him in a chock hold which eventually killed him? It was white on black so Americans race baiters came out and crushed the white man for trying to protect people on the subway.

 

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Killing_of_Jordan_Neely

 

NYC protects the criminals and punishes the law abiding citizens for trying to protect themselves.

NYC is a city that had to hold anti-Asian  hate crime rallies. Not safe for whites or Asians. Go to any other city and leave that dump for the rats.

 

 

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5 hours ago, Mike_Hunt said:

This is life is a Democrat run city.  

This is life in many cities around the world.

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Im sure mamdani will clean that right up

NYC?  She should be happy that she is still alive and was not violated physically

 

4 minutes ago, angryguy said:

Im sure mamdani will clean that right up

Of course he will based on his agenda. ROFL

 

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For all you subject matter experts on NYC. Has New York changed since all you SME's were there last?

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16 minutes ago, TCAK said:

For all you subject matter experts on NYC. Has New York changed since all you SME's were there last?

Can't call myself an expert, but I felt safer in NYC the times I've been there than in London or Paris.  By a long way.

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16 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

This attack draws parallels to a 2021 incident involving Thai model Bew Jirajariyawetch, who was also assaulted in a Manhattan subway station.

 

Turns out that guy had 44 previous arrests.  So yes.  Dem run city...

 

Eventually, Douglas was arrested and charged with second-degree robbery. During a plea hearing in Manhattan Supreme Court, he admitted guilt. Prosecutors recommended a five-year prison sentence and two and a half years of supervised release. Douglas also waived his right to appeal. He has 44 prior arrests, according to law enforcement sources.

 

New York police arrest man who mugged and robbed a 26-year-old Thai woman at a city subway station - Thai Examiner

 

https://www.thaiexaminer.com/

1 hour ago, Hakuna Matata said:

 

OMG, what a terrible place it is!

Which can be said about most large cities worldwide, including Bangkok, Los Angeles, Detroit, Rio De Janeiro, Memphis, Cape Town, Tijuana and many more. I lived near NYC for 30 years, went there a lot, and worked there, and spent a lot of time during the nights, and never saw any crime although of course it happened, like it does here a street away from where many live but never see. The same wisdom goes for visiting anywhere. Visit in groups, stay in crowded areas, don't get drunk and out of self control, don't start trouble, stay in lit areas and don't trust anyone.

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And once again the propagandists are out in force, not letting accuracy or actual data get in the way of their ignorant claims.

New York City has 8.5 million+ residents. Its crime  data will reflect its population size and the fact that it is the collection point for many of the state's mentally ill. Despie that, New York has a violent crime rate below the national level

 

6 hours ago, Mike_Hunt said:

This is life is a Democrat run city.  

 

OK. And what of the cities which are in hardcore Republican states that have significantly higher rates of violent crime? Your logic holds that we should say the crime is a reflection of the Republicans.Some of the highest violent crime rates are in Texas, Alabama and Florida.  Salt Lake City, Utah ranks first for rape and larceny theft among small-sized cities. Your logic holds that Republicans and Mormons are to blame.

 

54 minutes ago, NorthernRyland said:

No way is the subway in NYC safe for pretty little Thai girls.

 

Remember this recent high profile case where there was this crazy black guy on the subway threatening people so this Marine vet put him in a chock hold which eventually killed him? It was white on black so Americans race baiters came out and crushed the white man for trying to protect people on the subway.

 

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Killing_of_Jordan_Neely

 

NYC protects the criminals and punishes the law abiding citizens for trying to protect themselves.

 

The event you refer to had circumstances that necessitated an investigation which led to sufficient evidence to obtain a grand jury indictment. If there had not been a reasonable basis to prosecute for negligent homicide because of the manner in which the deceased was choked to death, the grand jury would not have indicted. The end result was that a criminal trial found that there was reasonable doubt and acquitted the accused of negligent homicide.

 

42 minutes ago, Zakhar said:

NYC?  She should be happy that she is still alive and was not violated physically

 

 

What are some of your other user names? Asking on behalf of those of us who are trying to keep track of the multi name members.

 

36 minutes ago, Zakhar said:

Of course he will based on his agenda. ROFL

 

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When did New York city obtain the right to change state and federal criminal law?

4 minutes ago, Patong2021 said:

OK. And what of the cities which are in hardcore Republican states that have significantly higher rates of violent crime? Your logic holds that we should say the crime is a reflection of the Republicans.Some of the highest violent crime rates are in Texas, Alabama and Florida.  Salt Lake City, Utah ranks first for rape and larceny theft among small-sized cities. Your logic holds that Republicans and Mormons are to blame.

 

Here's the 'splanation:

 

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Even the Red states have Blue run cities...  Poorly run.

 

 

 

 

7 hours ago, Mike_Hunt said:

This is life is a Democrat run city.  

Oh, same same a Republican state

9 minutes ago, riclag said:

 

Dollars to donut holes he's got a history of multiple arrests and releases.

 

He looks pretty rough for 54 years old.

 

Edit:  On an aside, I wonder how many able bodied bystanders decided not to intervene after seeing what happened to Daniel Penny?

 

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7 hours ago, Mike_Hunt said:

This is life is a Democrat run city.  

A completely ridiculous and totally blinkered response but one to be expected from the Huntsman. America is a very violent country and Americans seem to love their violence. Violence in Republican controlled cities is just as terrible. 

33 minutes ago, Patong2021 said:

And once again the propagandists are out in force, not letting accuracy or actual data get in the way of their ignorant claims.

New York City has 8.5 million+ residents. Its crime  data will reflect its population size and the fact that it is the collection point for many of the state's mentally ill. Despie that, New York has a violent crime rate below the national level

 

 

OK. And what of the cities which are in hardcore Republican states that have significantly higher rates of violent crime? Your logic holds that we should say the crime is a reflection of the Republicans.Some of the highest violent crime rates are in Texas, Alabama and Florida.  Salt Lake City, Utah ranks first for rape and larceny theft among small-sized cities. Your logic holds that Republicans and Mormons are to blame.

 

 

The event you refer to had circumstances that necessitated an investigation which led to sufficient evidence to obtain a grand jury indictment. If there had not been a reasonable basis to prosecute for negligent homicide because of the manner in which the deceased was choked to death, the grand jury would not have indicted. The end result was that a criminal trial found that there was reasonable doubt and acquitted the accused of negligent homicide.

 

 

What are some of your other user names? Asking on behalf of those of us who are trying to keep track of the multi name members.

 

 

When did New York city obtain the right to change state and federal criminal law?

Sorry dude, the dems have gone light on crime.

 

Attacks in NYC transit jump a massive 50% as subway murders surge: stats

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6 minutes ago, impulse said:

 

Dollars to donut holes he's got a history of multiple arrests and releases.

 

He looks pretty rough for 54 years old.

 

Edit:  On an aside, I wonder how many able bodied bystanders decided not to intervene after seeing what happened to Daniel Penny?

 

Sick SOB ,dems, progressives, Marxist , Socialist letting  evil walk the streets in NYC five boroughs.

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2 minutes ago, spidermike007 said:

A completely ridiculous and totally blinkered response but one to be expected from the Huntsman. America is a very violent country and Americans seem to love their violence. Violence in Republican controlled cities is just as terrible. 

It’s 100 percent accurate.  The idiotic progressives have gone light on crime.  No case bail, etc.

 

https://nypost.com/2024/03/24/us-news/attacks-in-nyc-transit-jump-50-as-subway-murders-surge-stats/

 

Attacks in NYC transit jump a massive 50% as subway murders surge: stats

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12 minutes ago, spidermike007 said:

A completely ridiculous and totally blinkered response but one to be expected from the Huntsman. America is a very violent country and Americans seem to love their violence. Violence in Republican controlled cities is just as terrible. 

 

Have you ever looked at crime stats superimposed on Red/Blue political maps?  You should.  It 'splains a lot.

 

For example, why Salt Lake City in "Red state" Utah has one of the highest crime rates.  It's because SLC votes Blue while Utah as a whole votes Red.

 

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