Man Accused Of Threatening Asian Woman In Midtown Arrested
Investigators said the man approached the 65-year-old woman and allegedly shouted racist comments at her.
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Investigators said the man approached the 65-year-old woman and allegedly shouted racist comments at her.
The incident happened around 11:30 a.m. Wednesday.
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