Woman, 62, pushed onto NYC subway tracks after dispute

BROOKLYN - A 62-year-old woman was pushed onto subway tracks in Brooklyn, the NYPD said.

The incident happened just before 6 a.m. at the Jefferson Street station in Bushwick.

According to police, the woman was approached by a man who asked her for a lighter. After the told him she didn't have one and walked away, police say the man punched her in the face and shoved her onto the northbound tracks.

Fortunately, with the help of bystanders, the woman was able to climb out of harm's way before the next L train arrived.

The suspect wanted for allegedly shoving a 62-year-old woman onto the subway tracks in Brooklyn. 

The woman sustained injuries, including swelling and a cut to her left foot. She was treated at a nearby hospital and is expected to recover.

The suspect fled the scene on foot and remains at large, according to police. 

The NYPD has reported a 5% drop in transit crime compared to last year, but in the wake of the incident, many commuters in New York City say they feel insane using the subway.

The NYPD described the suspect as standing six feet tall and was in his 30s. He was last seen wearing a dark orange sweatshirt and he has a ponytail.