On Friday night, a 56-year-old man was allegedly set on fire near an escalator at Penn Station in New York City. The victim was immediately taken to a hospital, where he is receiving treatment for moderate burns.
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Authorities have confirmed the incident and launched an investigation to determine the circumstances. Additional details about the man or what might have caused the incident have not yet been released.
This case comes just days after a violent attack in which a woman was set on fire inside a subway car in New York City. However, authorities state there is no confirmed connection between the two incidents.
Penn Station, one of the busiest train stations in the country, has been the focus of growing safety concerns. Residents and passengers are awaiting clarification about this new episode and increased police presence in the area to ensure their safety.
The investigation is ongoing, and authorities urge anyone with information about the case to come forward.
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NYC: Reports of a “person set on fire” at the Penn Station around 8pm this evening. It is currently unconfirmed if there was any criminality. Person sustained moderate injuries and police is investigating the incident.
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