Video shows ‘disgusting’ attack on Asian American woman in New York street

This image taken from surveillance video provided by the New York City Police Department shows a person of interest in connection with an assault of an Asian American woman, Monday, March 29, 2021, in New York. The NYPD is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying the man. (Courtesy of New York Police Department via AP)

An Asian American woman was attacked by a man who repeatedly kicked her in front of witnesses who seemingly stood by, according to surveillance footage released by New York City Police Department.

The 65-year-old was walking in Manhattan on Monday afternoon when a man came up to her and kicked her in the stomach, knocking her to the ground, the NYPD said.