On April 19, 2026, a 77-year-old man was the victim of a brutal, unprovoked assault while walking home from a bus stop near Third Avenue and Pine Street in downtown Seattle. Surveillance footage captured two men approaching the victim and, without any prior interaction, punching and shoving him to the ground. Witnesses and video evidence show the attackers casually walking away from the scene, allegedly joking and mocking the victim as he lay on the pavement with severe injuries.
The victim suffered significant physical trauma from the fall, including a broken arm, a shattered knee, and a deep gash on his forehead that required stitches. He remained hospitalized for over a week following the incident. Family members have expressed deep concern over the brazen nature of the attack and the lack of immediate intervention in an area known for high foot traffic and security presence.
Law enforcement arrested 29-year-old Ahmed Abdullahi Osman shortly after the attack, and he has since been charged with second-degree assault. Although he was initially released from custody, a $200,000 bench warrant was later issued, and his arraignment is scheduled for mid-May. Police are still searching for the second suspect, described as a shorter Black man with a noticeable limp, and are asking the public for assistance in identifying him.
Ahmed Abdullahi Osman has an extensive criminal record in the Puget Sound region characterized by a pattern of violent and disruptive behavior. Since 2021, he has been convicted of multiple offenses, including fourth-degree assault, harassment, and criminal trespass. His history also includes numerous arrests for theft, robbery, and the violation of protection orders, indicating a frequent and ongoing involvement with the legal system prior to the April 2026 assault.
In the months leading up to the attack on the 77-year-old man, Osman’s legal troubles escalated with two other pending cases in 2026. These pending charges involve driving under the influence and driving with a suspended license. Prosecutors highlighted this persistent criminal history when arguing for a high bail amount, asserting that his repeat offenses and the unprovoked, random nature of his recent actions prove he is a substantial danger to the community.
Despite his lengthy record and the severity of the felony second-degree assault charge, Osman is currently a fugitive. After his initial arrest on April 19, he was released from custody but subsequently failed to appear for his court proceedings. This led a King County judge to issue a $200,000 bench warrant on April 30, and law enforcement is currently seeking his whereabouts alongside the unidentified second suspect.