Two elderly Filipinos were the latest victims of Asian hate crimes in New York City bringing the total number of cases to 34.
In a statement, the Philippine Consulate condemned the assaults that add to the growing fear among Filipinos in the United States.
“The Philippine Consulate General in New York condemns in the strongest terms the latest attacks against members of the Filipino Community after two more kababayans have been added to the growing list of victims of the senseless violence that has left many Filipinos in fear,” the statement read.
In one incident, a 73-year-old Filipino who just came from his church in Manhattan was reportedly assaulted by a homeless individual.
🚨WANTED for ATTEMPTED ROBBERY: Do you know this guy? On 3/27/22 at approx 10:48 AM, inside of 618 8 Ave in Manhattan, the suspect attempted to take a 73-year-old man’s wallet, then followed him outside and assaulted him. Any info? DM @NYPDTips, or anonymously call 800-577-TIPS. pic.twitter.com/9mIBefF6HH
— NYPD NEWS (@NYPDnews) March 28, 2022
On Monday, another attack left a 53-year-old Filipino unconscious after he was beaten and robbed by another homeless individual.
“The incidents in Manhattan bring to seven the number of cases involving members of the Filipino Community reported to or monitored by the Philippine Consulate General in New York this year,” the Consulate said.
“The assaults, which follow the brutal attack against a 67-year-old Filipino woman in Yonkers, New York, two weeks ago, bring to 34 the number of anti-Asian hate incidents and criminal violence involving Filipinos since last year,” it continued.
The Philippine government reminds Filipinos to stay vigilant in public places.
