From ABC7 New York · · 50s
MTA probes fare inspector clash after rider claims assault
Brooklyn rider says assault during fare dispute as MTA investigates.
In brief
Brooklyn rider says assault during fare dispute as MTA investigates. A Brooklyn man claims he was assaulted by fare inspectors during a fare dispute, prompting MTA to investigate the incident. Originally reported by ABC7 New York.
MTA investigates fare clash
The MTA is investigating a confrontation between bus fare inspectors and a Brooklyn man who claims he was injured during a dispute over fare payment.
Rider claims assault injuries
Kyle Taylor, a Brownsville middle school dean, said he was assaulted and suffered neck, back and shoulder injuries, briefly losing consciousness.
MTA removes four inspectors
The MTA removed four inspectors from duty after a surveillance video captured the confrontation over fare payment.
MTA chairman comments
MTA Chairman Janno Lieber called the incident troubling and said it is under review to find what went wrong.
At a glance
A Brooklyn man claims he was assaulted by fare inspectors during a fare dispute, prompting MTA to investigate the incident.
