Steve Buscemi’s Attacker Arrested in New York

More than a week after actor Steve Buscemi was punched in an apparent random attack in New York City, police arrested a suspect on Friday in connection with the incident.

According to CBS New York, 50-year-old Clifton Williams, who police had been hunting for since at least Monday, strolled into the 10th Precinct in Manhattan’s Chelsea district on Friday afternoon to file a stolen property complaint.

Officers who took Williams’ ID recognized him and arrested him.

Williams faces two counts of assault. One is a misdemeanor, but the attack on Buscemi was escalated to a felony due to the actor’s age of 66, making him a senior citizen under the law.

Police say Williams randomly attacked a 22-year-old guy on Third Avenue near 16th Street around 11:30 a.m. on May 8. He allegedly punched Buscemi, who was strolling on Third Avenue at 27th Street, less than ten minutes later.

CBS New York received exclusive camera footage of the actor, famed for his appearances in “Boardwalk Empire” and “Fargo,” heading south on Third Avenue and glancing up to greet someone before crossing the street. Police said Williams punched Buscemi a few moments later.

Additional video showed Williams seemed to be chatting to himself while going north on Third Avenue, just before the unprovoked attack.

Steve Buscemi rushed to hospital

Buscemi, a Brooklyn native and veteran FDNY fireman, was rushed to Bellevue Hospital with bruises, swelling, and bleeding in his left eye. He was released, but denied an on-camera interview a few days later.

Steve Buscemi has made a name for himself as an eccentric actor. He has a distinct appearance: protruding eyes, bald head, and crooked teeth. However, his eccentricity serves him well. Steve Buscemi began in independent films and progressed to supporting roles in major films such as “Reservoir Dogs,” “Fargo,” and “The Big Lebowski.” He stole scenes with his dry wit and strange charisma.

Buscemi is not afraid of taking risks. He played a frightening con man in ‘Ghost World’ and a depressed gentleman in ‘Trees Lounge,’ both of which he wrote and directed. His versatility extends from comedies like ‘The Big Lebowski’ to dramas like ‘Boardwalk Empire.’ That show was where he truly shined, portraying a complicated gangster with depth.

What distinguishes Buscemi is his ability to disappear into roles. He’s not the ordinary Hollywood star. He embraces the unusual, the flawed, and the human. That authenticity resonates. Buscemi is an actor’s actor, appreciated for his craft rather than his appearance. He demonstrates that you don’t need movie star good looks to become a renowned talent.