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Arrest made in Main Street subway station assault

Accused allegedly pushed a man onto the tracks

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Police have announced an arrest for an assault at Main Street subway station on April 6.

A subway rider was reportedly pushed off of the westbound platform onto track level, but was able to cross to the eastbound platform with the help of witnesses. The victim was not injured.

Leslie Perrault, 64, was arrested April 9 and faces charges of assault, common mischief and mischief endangering life, police say. He is not yet scheduled to appear in court.

Police thanked the public for their help in identifying the accused.

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