Bus Operator Attacked for not moving fast enough

FEBRUARY 10 -- One of our bus operators was attacked by an assailant who was angered by the bus operator's speed. The incident occurred when the operator briefly left the protective partition. The assailant violently attacked, but the union member successfully subdued him, preventing further escalation. The operator, thankfully, avoided serious injury and was treated at a local hospital for bruises and scratches to his face.

The union condemns this senseless violence, prioritizes member safety, and urges law enforcement to thoroughly investigate and bring the perpetrator to justice. The Union is also investigating.

TWU Local 100 Local 100 president has been in touch with the member since the assault and commended him for his quick thinking and heroism in the face of adversity. “At this time I ask that everyone respect our brother’s privacy as he heals,” said Richard Davis. “This assault against our member is deplorable and unacceptable. We hold Janno Lieber and the MTA accountable for neglecting our members’ safety on multiple fronts. I’ve been in direct contact with him to offer support during this difficult time.”

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https://nypost.com/2024/02/10/metro/video-berserk-man-attacks-mta-driver...