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Subway shove survivor recalls how he cheated death after madman pushed him onto tracks
A man who was pushed into the path of an oncoming subway train in New York City recounted his harrowing tale in a new interview after he narrowly escaped death.
Joseph Lynskey, 45, was standing on the platform of the 18th Street subway station in Manhattan, waiting for a train to take him to Brooklyn on the afternoon of Dec. 31. He had just had a celebratory lunch with friends and was headed home to get ready for a New Year’s Eve party, he told Good Morning America’s Eva Pilgrim.
Lynskey then found himself in midair above the tracks. He saw the lights of an oncoming subway train as his life flashed before his eyes.
“I just thought, ‘I’ve been pushed, and I’m going to die,’” he told GMA. “It happened in a flash when I was midair. I knew that I had been pushed.”
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Joseph Lynskey shared the moment he realized that he had been pushed onto the subway track as an incoming train approached. (Joe Lynskey/Facebook)
His head, and then his body, crashed into the ground between the tracks. While he had miraculously survived the surprise shove, he knew that he was not out of danger.
“So there’s a third rail that runs along the entirety of the MTA system,” Lynskey said. “It’s the electrified rail. If you touch it at all, you will die immediately. You cannot move. Don’t kick your feet. Don’t struggle. You will get electrocuted. You will die.”
Four minutes later, Lynskey heard the welcome signs of approaching sirens, saying: “I closed my eyes because then I guess I felt kind of safe that help had arrived.”
Joseph Lynskey with his dachshund, Leo. He shared that he wanted to be reunited with his pup after he had been rescued from underneath a subway train in New York City. (Joe Lynskey/Facebook)
Lynskey was gingerly removed from the tracks by the Fire Department of New York and rushed to Bellevue Hospital. He suffered from a fractured skull, four broken ribs and a ruptured spleen.
“I can’t thank all of them enough, and especially John and Jonathan for getting me out from underneath that one train,” he said.
He told Good Morning America that he immediately asked about his beloved dog, Leo.
“He’s 16. He’s a dachshund. He’s a rescue. So I looked at the firefighters and I said, ‘I know I’m really, really hurt. I’m hurt really bad, but you need to help me get to my dog.’”
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He was in the intensive care unit for five days.
“The nursing staff there and the care team there were amazing,” he said. “Truly amazing.”
The New Yorker shared that his brush with death taught him that life is short.
“It’s a powerful reminder that this can all be taken away from you at any moment, and you have to keep going. Life is too short,” he shared. “And I’m going to keep going.”
My whole life has changed…
Kamel Hawkins, 23, has been charged with attempted murder for allegedly shoving a 45-year-old man onto subway tracks while a train approached. (MTA)
Less than an hour after the attack, a suspect was in custody. He was identified as Kamel Hawkins, 23, of Brooklyn. Hawkins, according to the New York Police Department, has nine prior arrests.
“I’m choosing not to focus on the anger or resentment or negativity,” Lynskey said. “He’s 23. I don’t know much about him. I’m focusing on healing, recovering, getting myself back to my life.”
He has pleaded not guilty to second-degree attempted murder, assault and attempted assault, police said.
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GMC and their flagship Yukon brings all-around excellence with this week’s tester: the 2026 GMC Yukon Denali Ultimate
This cousin to the Chevrolet Tahoe provides all of the space, comfort, style and luxury anyone could want.
In 2026, the GM brand worked wonders on their existing fleet and added nice trim levels to keep the competition always thinking about what they’re doing next.
Our Glacier White Tricoat tester was flawless and completely destroys the competition in the American Luxury market.
Known for its high MSRP and resale values, the Yukon Denali Ultimate has a base price of $103K and is powered by a 6.2L ECOTEC3 V8 engine and 10-speed automatic transmission. With 420 horsepower and 460 lb-ft of torque, our weeklong tester had a 8,400 pound towing capacity.
The Yukon Denali Ultimate had a slew of standard features including a 16.8-inch premium infotainment system, 24-inch wheels and a 15-inch head-up display. Upgrades include second-row captains seats, BOSE performance sound system with 22-speakers and Night Vision – all totaling an additional $7,090. Boasting a Woodland Mahogany interior, the Yukon Denali Ultimate is certainly classy for all consumers and exemplifies the American Luxury that GMC provides.
In Grasso’s Garage, the Flagship GMC Yukon Denali Ultimate is the real deal. It looks stellar, rides good, and has good values. Although pricey for most consumers, the usage in this category is second to none. I was able to fit six adults on our way to dinner and heard a ton of compliments on its comfort and style, in addition to its spaciousness.
The GMC Yukon has a long-lasting history in the fleet, and in my opinion, having the Denali Ultimate package added is just the way it has to be to experience its full offerings.
Grasso’s Garage is here for you! Looking for more auto reviews or are you in the market for a new car? Head to https://www.bostonherald.com/tag/automotive/. Also, for honest input, reach out to me directly: marc.grasso@bostonherald.com.
2026 GMC Yukon 4WD Denali Ultimate
MSRP: $103,900
MPG: 14 city / 18 highway / 16.2 as tested
As Tested: $113,785
Police are investigating a double homicide in the Frog Hollow section of Hartford, officials said.
According to officials, police were notified by citizens of a large fight that happened on Madison Street near Zion Cemetery just after 7 p.m. When officers got to the scene, they found a man in his 30s unresponsive and suffering from a stab wound.
The man was rushed to a nearby hospital, where he was later pronounced dead.
While at the scene, investigators learned that two others were taken to an area hospital via private car.
One of them was another man in his 30s suffering from a gunshot wound and was in critical condition. He was later pronounced dead. A 17-year-old was the second one taken to the hospital via private car, but his injuries were non-life-threatening, officials said.
According to officials at the scene, investigators do not believe the public is in danger and are reviewing surveillance footage in the area as part of the investigation.
Neither man has been identified by officials at this time.
No arrests have been made at this time, police said.
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