Sikh Elderly Gentleman Punched in Queens, NY

HI INDIA NEWS DESK

QUEENS, NY- In a disturbing incident, Nirmal Singh, a Sikh elderly in his 70s was punched and assaulted in an unprovoked attack in Richmond Hills in Queens on Sunday.

Disturbing images where the elderly gentleman is seen with a bloodied turban and clothes has been difficult to watch by the community.

New York Police Commissioner Keechant Sewell said that NYPD Chief of Detectives James Essig is investigating this case.

The Indian Consulate General said in a tweet on Monday, “We condemn the violent attack and are in touch” with the New York Police Department and local authorities who are investigating the matter. We are also in touch with local community organisations to ensure the well-being of the victim.”

According to Spectrum News NY1 Singh was allegedly repeatedly punched on the face by an unknown attacker early morning on Sunday. As per Singh’s translator Harpreet Singh Toor, the attacker approached Singh from behind and fled the scene, The news report added that Singh is a tourist visiting from India. He was able to walk back after the assault to the cultural centre, where he has been staying since he arrived in New York. Singh was transported to a local hospital where he has been receiving treatment.