Viral Video: Subway Safety Debate Ignites

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A knife-wielding predator who attempted to kidnap a young woman on a Brooklyn subway platform walks free without bail.

Story Snapshot

Fredrick Marshall, 42, grabbed a 20-year-old woman declaring “You’re mine now, you’re coming with me”
Bystanders intervened and subdued Marshall until police arrived, finding him armed with knife and blackjack
Despite weapon possession and attempted kidnapping, Marshall was released on supervised release due to bail reform laws
Viral video with over 7 million TikTok views reignites debate over subway safety and failed liberal policies

Armed Predator Attempts Broad Daylight Kidnapping

Fredrick Marshall stalked and physically assaulted a 20-year-old woman at the Norwood Avenue J train station in Cypress Hills, Brooklyn, on June 29th around 9 a.m. Marshall bear-hugged the victim and declared his intention to abduct her, stating “You’re mine now, you’re coming with me.” The brazen attack occurred in broad daylight on a busy commuter platform, highlighting the deteriorating safety conditions plaguing New York’s transit system.

Citizens Step Up Where Government Fails

When law-abiding New Yorkers witnessed the assault, they took immediate action to protect the innocent victim. Bystanders physically intervened, pulling Marshall away from the woman and subduing him until police arrived. Their heroic intervention prevented what could have escalated into kidnapping, rape, or murder. The incident was captured on video and shared widely on social media, accumulating over seven million views on TikTok alone.

Brute beaten by NYC vigilante after allegedly attacking woman on NYC subway remains free without bail https://t.co/gnME40hYlG

— David (@Davidnailsit) September 22, 2025

Dangerous Criminal Armed and Ready to Strike

Police discovered Marshall was carrying both a knife and a blackjack weapon when they arrested him. These weapons reveal the serious threat he posed to the victim and other innocent commuters. Marshall was charged with assault, weapon possession, and harassment – charges that should have kept this dangerous individual behind bars. However, New York’s disastrous bail reform laws classified these charges as non-bail eligible offenses.

The 42-year-old Queens resident was released on supervised release the following day, free to roam the streets and potentially target other victims. This outcome demonstrates how progressive prosecutors and lawmakers have created a revolving door justice system that fails to protect law-abiding citizens from violent predators.

Victim Traumatized While Criminal Walks Free

The young woman now lives in fear, unable to safely use public transportation and seeking an order of protection against her attacker. She expressed gratitude to the brave bystanders who saved her while voicing frustration with a justice system that prioritizes criminals over victims. Her employer has provided alternative transportation support, costs that taxpayers and private entities must bear due to government failure to maintain basic public safety.

This case exemplifies the broader crisis facing American cities, where soft-on-crime policies embolden predators and leave innocent citizens defenseless. The viral nature of this incident has sparked renewed calls for rolling back bail reform and restoring common-sense public safety measures that protect families and communities.