Vigilante Gunman Fires Shots at NYC Subway Robbery Attempt

The NYPD is searching for a vigilante gunman who fired shots at a homeless man attempting to rob a woman in Times Square. The homeless man, identified as Matthew Roesch, has been charged with attempted robbery. The incident occurred at the Times Square subway station, and no injuries were reported. Surveillance images show the suspected gunman wearing distinctive clothing and carrying a backpack and tote bag. Roesch is known to the police as a "swiper," someone who swipes people through MetroCard turnstiles for tips. This incident comes after a law was passed in New York City prohibiting concealed carry in certain locations, including Times Square.