Crypto exec allegedly broke woman’s shoulder in NYC supermarket attack
Crypto executive, Shane Rodgers, is accused of assaulting a woman over what appears to be a minor dispute. The incident reportedly occurred on June 21, 2023, at Fairway Market in Manhattan’s Kips Bay neighborhood. This is where Rodgers allegedly attacked Peggy McGuinness, breaking her shoulder in the process.
According to a civil lawsuit filed on Friday in the New York State Supreme Court, the altercation began when McGuinness, who had her left hand in a cast, was exiting the supermarket. Rodgers, identified as the CEO of PDX Global, allegedly rammed a shopping cart into McGuinness. She was moving slowly due to her injury. After an exchange of words, Rodgers reportedly struck McGuinness again a block and a half away from the store. Thus, causing severe injuries including a fractured shoulder that often necessitates surgical intervention.
The lawsuit details that McGuinness experienced significant physical and emotional trauma as a result of the incident. This includes severe pain, mental anguish, and financial burdens due to medical expenses. It claims Rodgers’s actions were “willful, wanton, reckless and grossly negligent.” Also, it seeks punitive damages for assault, battery, and intentional infliction of emotional distress.
In addition to the civil charges, Rodgers faces criminal charges. They include two counts of third-degree assault, one count of third-degree attempted assault, and one count of second-degree harassment. These charges were filed on July 10, 2023. Now the case remains pending.
Shane Rodgers is a former investment banker who moved his company’s assets into cryptocurrency. He did not have an attorney listed in court records and could not be reached for comment. His company, PDX Global, also did not respond to requests for a statement.
Source: The Daily Beast
Crypto exec allegedly broke woman’s shoulder in NYC supermarket attack
