QUEENS, N.Y. — The New York City Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect wanted in connection with a series of robberies in Jackson Heights, within the confines of the 115th Precinct.
The suspect is linked to three incidents:
- Incident 1: On Saturday, August 24, 2024, at approximately 3:00 a.m., a 27-year-old man was walking in front of 35-15 78th Street when the suspect put him in a chokehold and forcibly removed his jewelry. The suspect fled the scene in an unknown direction. No injuries were reported.
- Incident 2: On Saturday, September 7, 2024, at approximately 4:30 a.m., a 57-year-old man was walking in front of 35-65 86th Street when the suspect approached, put him in a chokehold, and stole his wallet. The suspect fled southbound on 86th Street on a bicycle. No injuries were reported.
- Incident 3: On Sunday, September 8, 2024, at approximately 3:30 a.m., a 63-year-old man was walking near 34th Avenue and 75th Street when the suspect pushed him to the ground and stole his backpack and cellphone. The victim refused medical attention.
Police are urging anyone with information about these incidents or the suspect’s identity to contact the NYPD. The investigation is ongoing.