Its first victim was a 73-year-old Filipino who was attacked on Sunday on 8th Avenue. A suspect was seen shoving the victim to the ground in a video provided by the New York Police Department Crime Stopper. The victim had bruising to his face and is presently healing.

Dominick Staton, 44, a homeless guy, was recognized as the culprit, who was soon apprehended by responding officers. The second victim was a 53-year-old Filipino who was attacked last Monday at a Midtown fast food restaurant.

The footage of the event was published by the NYPD Crime Stopper, who urged the public for information regarding the culprit. In the footage, the victim is seen purchasing lunch at the counter when the suspect approaches and threatens him. A customer stands by as the suspect punches and kicks the victim before escaping with his smartphone and cash. The guy was taken to the hospital with bruises and cuts on his face. The NYPD is still looking into whether the two instances were racist attacks.

According to the Philippine Consulate General in New York, this is the 34th time a Filipino has been attacked. Two weeks ago, a Filipina was attacked unprovoked in Yonkers, New York. Consul General Elmer Cato encouraged Filipinos in New York to be careful and take measures. Meanwhile, the Filipino community is planning a protest to denounce the assaults.