NEW YORK, NY – The New York City Police Department has provided additional surveillance images in connection with a robbery that occurred within the 42 Precinct. The incident took place on Friday, March 10, 2023, at approximately 10:10 pm.
The victim, a 24-year-old male, was walking near Vyse Avenue and West Farms Road when two unknown male individuals approached him.
The first individual punched the victim in the head, knocking him to the ground, while the second held the victim down and displayed a knife. The suspects repeatedly punched and kicked the victim while demanding property. The victim’s backpack and wallet were forcibly removed before the suspects fled on foot. The victim was transported to Saint Barnabas Hospital and treated for facial injuries.
Photos of the suspects, obtained from the incident location, are available at the DCPI. The NYPD encourages anyone with information about this incident to call the Crime Stoppers Hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477) or submit their tips through the Crime Stoppers website.
