Police Seek Suspect Following July 4th Assault in Borough Park

Law enforcement officials are actively searching for a suspect involved in an assault that took place on the evening of July 4, 2026. According to reports from the NYPD, the incident occurred at approximately 9:20 p.m. inside the Progreso Latino deli, situated near the corner of Fort Hamilton Parkway and 45th Street in Borough Park.

Investigators state that a 21-year-old woman was approached by a man who proceeded to grab her by the neck with both hands. While the motive for the encounter remains unclear, law enforcement sources have indicated that the victim and the alleged assailant are acquaintances. The woman was able to break free from the man’s grasp, and the suspect subsequently fled the premises in an unknown direction.

Officers from the 66th Precinct responded to the scene following the report. Although the victim experienced physical pain and difficulty breathing as a result of the encounter, she declined medical treatment at the time.

As of early August, no arrests have been made in connection with the case. The suspect is described as wearing a black tank top and a black Chicago White Sox baseball cap. The investigation remains ongoing, and police are urging anyone with information to come forward.

Members of the public who may have details regarding the incident are encouraged to contact the NYPD’s Crime Stoppers hotline at 800-577-TIPS. Spanish-language assistance is available by calling 888-57-PISTA. Tips can also be submitted through the official Crime Stoppers website or via the @NYPDTips account on X. Authorities have confirmed that all communications will be kept confidential.