I’m (29f) not sure why I’m making this post, mostly to vent. I’ve lived in this city for 7 years with no issues, know how to steer clear of people downtown, and generally mind my business.

This fucker in Westlake seemed normal at first, was even wearing a mask. But sometime during the 5ish mins we were waiting for the link he started to pace and mumble to himself, I stepped away from him, and at some point he got by me again and spit directly on my face. Luckily I was wearing a mask but definitely did feel some on my cheek.

What’s messed up is there were no security guards down there. It was 6 pm, peak travel time. I looked around for help and no one was paying attention, and I didn’t see any transit guards. He tried to follow me onto the train but luckily I was able to get onto a car before he did.

I called the non emergency line which took about 15 minutes to get through, and of course the cop said they are unlikely to find him.

I know this has been said a million times, but it’s fucking bullshit that you can’t even ride transit without the fear of being physically assaulted in this city.

This guy was white with brown shaggy hair, 30s/40s like 5’7”, skinny junkie type with some teeth missing, if you see him steer clear.