Police are searching for Sabir Jones, the person they say is responsible for pushing a woman Wednesday early afternoon, causing her to hit her head and fall onto the tracks in a Manhattan subway station.

“She is currently out of surgery. Her condition is critical,” said NYPD Chief of Transit Michael Kemper.

Police say Jones is known to the department.

While it is unconfirmed if Jones has mental health issues, MTA Chairman and CEO Janno Lieber is calling for more mental health services within the system.

“We need for them to get treatment and out of the pubic space,” Lieber said.

The attack disrupted train service at the Fifth Avenue/53rd Street subway station through Wednesday evening.

Southbound E and F trains bypassed the station during the evening rush as the NYPD continued its investigation.

“You want to know that you’re safe going home and coming home,” said subway rider Shakena Allicock.

Commuters like Allicock had to tack on time to their trips as a police officer stood guard directing subway riders to other stops.

Allicock called the attack concerning, but after growing up in the city, she says she feels comfortable making her way through the subway system.

“I’m from New York originally, so I feel pretty safe most of the time, unless it’s really late at night, and that’s just obvious,” Allicock said.

The MTA recently launched a platform barrier program at select stations. The program aims to keep from falling on to the tracks.

The railings give people something to hold on to and provide a barrier between people and the tracks.

“The thing is there is so many people and everyone is on their phone, and most of the time people aren’t even looking up," said subway rider Ines Pandelli.

While the attack Wednesday may not have been preventable, Pandelli says it’s important for people to be aware of their surroundings.

“I don’t think it’s the MTA’s responsibility. I think it’s our responsibility,” Pandelli said.

There is a push to get screen door barriers at MTA stations. A feasibility study was done, but the barriers could only go at 27% of subway stations.