Summary
- Nick Babilonia Jr., a violent vagrant known as “Ice Pick Nick”, has been terrorizing the East Village for years.
- Babilonia was arrested for felony attempted assault and menacing after attacking and harassing multiple people.
- Despite having a long rap sheet with 37 arrests, the city’s handling of the mentally ill individual has been criticized.
- Residents and experts are frustrated with the failure to adequately address the situation and provide proper care for Babilonia.
