Man lit on fire at Times Square; Police hunt for assailant

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A New York City man was left badly burned after he was set on fire in Times Square in the early morning hours of Sunday.

Police are actively looking for the suspect who doused the victim on a flammable substance and lit him on fire at W. 41st Street. and Seventh Avenue shortly before 4 a.m.

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  • The victim was seen alert and conscious, wrapped in a blue blanket as first responders tended to him and walked him into an ambulance.

    He had visible burns on his face, neck, and chest. He was taken to New York Presbyterian Hospital Weill Cornell.

    The suspect was described as a man with a medium complexion. He was reportedly wearing blue clothing.