‘Boardwalk Empire’ Star Michael Stuhlbarg Attacked By Homeless Man With A Rock In Central Park

Actor Michael Stuhlbarg, known for his role in HBO’s Boardwalk Empire, was attacked by a homeless man in New York City’s Central Park on Sunday.

Stuhlbarg, 55, was reportedly taking a walk in Central Park at 7:45 p.m. when 27-year-old Xavier Israel struck Stuhlbarg in the head. Stuhlbarg chased down Israel, and the New York Police Department then apprehended and took into custody.

“A preliminary investigation determined a 27-year-old male threw a rock striking the victim in the back of the neck, causing minor injuries,” the NYPD said in a statement.

Authorities say Israel has previous charges of assault and robbery dating back to January 2022. Police charged Israel with second-degree assault. Stuhlbarg refused medical attention at the scene.

Stuhlbarg is known for his various roles in film and television, including the series Boardwalk Empire. The actor has also starred in the Oscar Award-winning film The Shape of Water and made his debut in the Marvel Cinematic Universe in the 2016 film Doctor Strange.

The attack comes amid heighten concern about safety in New York City.

Last week, police officer Jonathan Dillon was killed during a traffic stop in Queens. On Saturday, New York Gov. Kathy Hochul (D) was accosted by an officer at the wake for Dillon on Long Island.