WEST BRIGHTON, Staten Island – A 25‑year‑old woman told Eyewitness News she was punched in the face during a road‑rage confrontation on Forest Avenue on Nov. 1. The incident was recorded on a cellphone video that quickly spread online.
What happened
The woman said she pulled into what she thought was a parking spot next to a dumpster. A man approached, first throwing a water bottle at her vehicle before the situation escalated. In the video, a voice can be heard shouting, “You need to move your f****** car!” and later, “He’s keying the car. Excuse me! Get his license plate.”
According to the victim, the suspect then placed his hands on her, prompting her to stay inside the car out of fear. She explained she chose not to confront him because she was worried he might have a weapon, especially after recent reports of a road‑rage shooting on the George Washington Bridge. She also mentioned she had a baby waiting for her at home.
Employer’s response
The victim’s employer, Kim Leo, posted the video to social media, noting that four female employees were using the vehicle at the time. Leo described the incident as “like they did it to my own child,” emphasizing the concern for the young women involved, two of whom are still in high school.
Police investigation
Police have not released the suspect’s identity or shown his face. They reported the suspect fled the scene in a gray Honda Accord. The victim and her employer have provided the video and the vehicle’s license‑plate number to investigators.
Community impact
The incident highlights growing concerns about road‑rage violence in New York City neighborhoods. Residents are urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious behavior to law enforcement.
Original reporting: Brookhaven News – ABC7 New York — read the source article.
