NYPD: Man set on fire near Times Square by attacker he knew
A man set on fire early Sunday near Times Square knew his attacker, the NYPD said. Credit: James Carbone
A 45-year-old man was set on fire early Sunday near Times Square by an attacker he knew, the NYPD said.
The victim, whose identity was not immediately released, was taken from Broadway and 41st Street in an ambulance to NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center in stable condition following the 4 a.m. attack, police said.
A video posted on YouTube by Freedom News TV shows the victim suffered burns on his face and shoulders.
The NYPD said the victim knew his attacker, who poured a flammable liquid on him.
Police said they are investigating the attack but no arrests have been made.
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