A homeless maniac went on a wild punching spree in Midtown Tuesday — randomly attacking three males, together with one within the foyer of the flowery One Vanderbilt skyscraper, cops and sources mentioned.
Jordan Velez, 29, first allegedly punched an unsuspecting 61-year-old man within the face on Madison Avenue close to East fortieth Road round 12:15 p.m., in response to authorities and sources.
He went on to randomly strike a 34-year-old man simply outdoors the 73-story skyscraper on the nook of East forty second Road and Vanderbilt Avenue – earlier than storming contained in the foyer of the long-lasting constructing and dealing one other blow to a 23-year-old man, the sources mentioned.
Not one of the victims of the broad-daylight spree gave the impression to be associated, in response to the sources.
The oldest sufferer was taken to NYU Langone Well being, the place he was listed in steady situation, whereas the 2 youthful males refused medical consideration, cops mentioned.
It was not instantly clear whether or not the victims have been New Yorkers or vacationers.
The constructing is residence to SUMMIT One Vanderbilt, an statement deck that permits guests to soak up panoramic metropolis skyline views and immersive artwork installations.
Velez was arrested about quarter-hour later and charged with misdemeanor assault, authorities mentioned.
His arraignment was pending Wednesday in Manhattan Legal Court docket, the place he has no different open circumstances, prosecutors mentioned.
