Raquan El, 37, faced arraignment for allegedly assaulting a pregnant woman with a metal pipe in Chelsea on May 6. Eyewitnesses identified El, who was apprehended still carrying the weapon. The victim suffered multiple injuries requiring hospital care. Despite the serious charges, including assault and weapon possession, El appeared unfazed during the court proceedings. The District Attorney emphasized the seriousness of the crime and the commitment to protect New Yorkers from violence, wishing the victim a swift recovery.
Raquan El, 37, appeared before a judge in Manhattan wearing beige prison garb and pleaded not guilty to the May 6 assault.
The brute bashed the victim over her head, sending her tumbling to the ground.
Police sources report that eyewitnesses were able to aid responding police in identifying El, approximately two blocks from the scene, he was still carrying a metal pipe.
District Attorney Bragg stated, 'We will not tolerate New Yorkers being assaulted. I wish the victim a speedy recovery.'
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