NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE — Police are asking for the public’s help identifying a man who randomly punched two men as he walked past them on Broadway in Nashville. The unprovoked attacks happened in two separate incidents on October 12. Both victims, ages 48 and 80, were knocked out. The 80-year-old spent four days in the ICU at Vanderbilt with a brain bleed and fractured ribs.
Two Men Knocked Out in Separate Attacks on Broadway
According to police, the man punched the two victims in separate incidents as he walked by them on Broadway. The attacks happened so quickly that both men were knocked unconscious. Neither victim had any interaction with him beforehand.
Broadway is the heart of downtown Nashville’s entertainment district. The street is lined with honky-tonks, bars, and restaurants. It is usually crowded with tourists and locals, especially at night.
Victims Did Not Realize They Were Assaulted Until Video Was Reviewed
Neither man realized he had been attacked until days later. The truth came out only when investigators reviewed surveillance footage. The video showed the suspect striking each man as he passed.
The 80-year-old man woke up at Vanderbilt University Medical Center after spending four days in intensive care. He suffered a brain bleed and fractured ribs. The condition of the 48-year-old victim was not detailed. Police say no similar incidents have been reported since.
Surveillance Image Shows Suspect’s Clothing
Police released a surveillance image of the man they want to identify. He appears to be wearing a dark baseball cap, a dark oversized jacket, and light-colored plaid shorts. He is also wearing dark socks and red and white sneakers…