Survivor Escapes Death After NYC Subway Shove, Suspect Charged

Joe Lynskey, 45, survived a terrifying incident on December 31 when he was pushed onto the tracks of New York City's subway at the 18th Street station, narrowly escaping an oncoming train. In an emotional interview, Lynskey recounted the moment he realized he had been pushed and was in imminent danger, stating, "I just thought, 'I've been pushed, and I'm going to die.'" Despite suffering serious injuries, including a fractured skull, four broken ribs, and a ruptured spleen, he managed to stay calm while waiting for rescue, which arrived about four minutes later. The alleged assailant, 23-year-old Kamel Hawkins, fled the scene but was later apprehended and charged with attempted murder, to which he has pleaded not guilty. Lynskey spent seven days in the hospital recovering from his injuries and expressed gratitude to his rescuers. He also shared his concern for his pet dog, Leo, asking about him as he received medical attention.