Brooklyn, NY – A violent homeless man with a history of arrests for assault and robbery has been apprehended for assaulting an elderly woman in Brooklyn. Mouhamed Diallo, 29, allegedly punched a 72-year-old woman in the head as she walked in Bay Ridge. The incident occurred at the corner of Fourth Avenue and 96th Street on May 5. Diallo fled the scene, leaving the victim with bleeding and swelling to her head.
The victim was taken to Maimonides Medical Center and was reported to be in stable condition. Surveillance footage of the attacker was released, leading to Diallo’s arrest and charge with second-degree assault, a felony offense. Diallo was apprehended within the NYPD’s 60th Precinct, which includes Coney Island, Brighton Beach, and Sea Gate neighborhoods.
According to authorities, Diallo has a troubling criminal record with 10 prior arrests, majority of which were for assault. He was out on parole at the time of the attack, with his parole set to last until November 2028. Five of his assault arrests took place in Brooklyn, with three occurring inside a correctional facility in the Bronx.
The arrest of Diallo coincided with another violent incident where a 64-year-old woman was randomly punched and slashed in a separate attack in Queens. Both incidents highlight the issue of random acts of violence in the city, prompting concern over the safety of residents. Diallo’s repeated offenses underscore the challenges law enforcement faces in addressing individuals with a history of violence.
The arrest of Diallo serves as a reminder of the importance of vigilance and safety measures to protect vulnerable members of the community from senseless acts of aggression. It also raises questions about the effectiveness of the parole system in monitoring and rehabilitating individuals with violent tendencies. As investigations into both attacks continue, authorities are focused on ensuring swift and appropriate justice for the victims and holding perpetrators accountable for their actions.