Safety & Crime — Central Park News

Actor Michael Stuhlbarg was attacked with a rock in Central Park near West 90th Street, sustaining a bruise. The suspect was swiftly arrested and charged with assault, as NYPD confirms.

A 24-year-old woman was slashed in Central Park, prompting an NYPD investigation. Authorities urge caution; public safety concerns rise.

NYPD released surveillance video of a suspect in a Central Park rape where the victim's teeth were broken. Public safety remains a priority.

A 24-year-old woman was slashed in Central Park near the Conservatory Garden earlier today; NYPD is actively investigating. The victim sustained non-life-threatening injuries, and police are seeking public assistance in this concerning attack.

NYPD released video of a Central Park rapist who attacked a woman at knifepoint, breaking her teeth, and seeks public help. The violent incident on February 12, 2026, near the Great Lawn, intensifies community safety concerns.

Central Park Conservancy confirms ongoing safety protocols for 2026, advising visitors to wear face coverings and maintain social distance. These measures aim to ensure public health while keeping the park fully accessible for all New Yorkers.

NYPD is actively investigating a Central Park slashing that injured a 24-year-old woman today. Officials seek public assistance for swift apprehension.

NYPD released video of a Central Park rapist who broke a woman's teeth, intensifying public concern. Authorities urge immediate community assistance.

A 24-year-old woman was slashed in Central Park this morning, sparking an NYPD investigation and raising immediate safety concerns for park-goers.