NYPD searching for man who said 'Kanye 2024' during antisemitic attack in Central Park
New York City police are asking for tips after someone assaulted a 63-year-old man in Central Park last week.
At about 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, a man hit the victim in the back of the head after having made antisemitic remarks, police said. He also said "Kanye 2024" in addition to the anti-Jewish sentiment, police confirmed Sunday.
Ye, the artist formerly known as Kanye West, has recently made a string of public comments amplifying antisemitic stereotypes and conspiracy theories. He praised Adolf Hitler during a podcast livestream with Infowars' Alex Jones this month.
The attacker fled on a bike on 72nd Street and was tracked as far south as Washington Square Park, police said. The assault occurred at the intersection of East Drive and Terrace Drive, a short walk east of the Bethesda Terrace in Central Park.
The victim, whom police did not publicly identify, chipped a tooth and broke his hand after he fell to the ground.
Police described the attacker as a man of medium build, in his 40s, with a light complexion. He wore beige pants and a brown jacket, and his bike was hauling items in a trailer that included a sign that said "Hungry Disabled."
Anyone with information is asked to call the Crime Stoppers hotline at 1-800-577-8477.