The man convicted of pushing a woman into a moving New York City subway car, leaving her paralyzed, was sentenced on Wednesday to 20 years in prison.
NEW YORK (WABC) — A man convicted of shoving a woman into a moving subway train in 2023, leaving her paralyzed, has been sentenced to 20 years in prison.
The award-winning artist who survived being shoved into a moving Manhattan train heartbreakingly needed her mom to wipe away her tears at her attacker’s sentencing Wednesday — after the senseless attack left her paralyzed from the shoulders down.
“Kamal Semarde violently pushed a woman into a moving train, uprooting her life and leaving her with catastrophic, permanent injuries, including paralysis,” said District Attorney Bragg. “After the attack, Semrade callously fled, leaving the victim helpless on the platform. While nothing can undo the profound harm caused, I hope this sentence brings a measure of justice as the victim continues her recovery and works to rebuild her life.”
“Hard working New Yorkers allegedly had their wages stolen by their employers at La Macarena Restaurant & Sport Bar, who used the money to fund Gallon’s lavish lifestyle. Manhattanites deserve to be paid for their work, and my Office will ensure accountability for bosses who take advantage of their employees,” said District Attorney Bragg. “This is an ongoing investigation – please call our Worker Protection Unit at (646) 712-0298 if you may be a victim.”
