BRONX, N.Y. — Two unidentified men stormed into a Bronx candy store Thursday morning and made off with cash, cigarettes, and vape products after physically restraining an employee, police said.
Key Points
- The robbery occurred around 10:20 a.m. at Lucky Corner Candy, 86 West Kingsbridge Road
- Suspects held down a 54-year-old male worker while stealing merchandise and cash
- The pair fled on foot; no injuries were reported
Suspects fled on foot after daylight robbery
The NYPD reported that the incident occurred on March 27 at approximately 10:20 a.m. when the two suspects entered Lucky Corner Candy and approached the lone 54-year-old male employee. According to officials, the men pushed the employee and held him while removing goods and money.
Police said the suspects took an undetermined amount of cash from the store’s register along with cigarettes, vapes, and lighters before fleeing on foot in an unknown direction.
Employee uninjured, investigation ongoing
Despite being physically restrained, the employee was not injured during the incident, authorities confirmed. No weapons were mentioned in the initial report, and no arrests have been made as of yet.
Investigators are working to identify the suspects and determine if surveillance footage in the area may aid in the case. Police have not released descriptions of the individuals involved.
NYPD urges public to come forward with tips
Anyone with information regarding the robbery is encouraged to contact the NYPD as the investigation remains active.