This alleged predator reportedly shoved a 45-year-old commuter onto the tracks at the 18th Street station in an unprovoked and brazen attack, leaving New Yorkers once again questioning their safety. Disturbing footage captured by The Post shows Hawkins, hooded and prowling, ruthlessly pushing his unsuspecting victim into the path of an oncoming 1 train.

Miraculously, the victim survived, suffering only a head injury, but the gravity of this incident cannot be overstated. This was a near-fatal act of calculated brutality. The video is a nightmare in motion: a man, minding his business and focused on his phone, becomes the target of an unthinkable assault. Without hesitation, Hawkins pushes him onto the tracks, leaving him vulnerable to the speeding train. That the victim lived is nothing short of miraculous, but the audacity and coldness of the attack should leave every New Yorker enraged.

Hawkins was swiftly arrested, but this incident highlights a far greater problem. This isn’t just about one individual’s actions—it’s about a city in crisis. This attack is part of a troubling surge in random subway violence. Recall the sleeping woman set on fire just weeks ago or the numerous assaults that go unnoticed by the headlines. This isn’t an isolated event—it’s a systemic failure.

Governor Kathy Hochul’s attempts to address the issue—deploying the National Guard and installing cameras—have proven to be mere band-aids on a gaping wound. New Yorkers deserve more than half-hearted measures. How many more commuters must be shoved, stabbed, or burned before meaningful change occurs?

As Hawkins awaits trial, the real question is not just about his fate—it’s about the fate of this city. How many more lives will be endangered before leaders take bold, decisive action? This attack isn’t just a crime; it’s a glaring indictment of the neglect and chaos that have taken root in New York City. Enough is enough. When will our leaders rise to the occasion and ensure the safety of the people they are sworn to protect?