BROOKLYN, NY – A robbery at the Prospect Beer and Mist smoke shop located at 591 Vanderbilt Avenue has left the community on high alert. The incident, which took place on Wednesday at around 5:45 AM, involved two unidentified individuals entering the store and brandishing a firearm at an employee.
The assailants managed to escape with approximately $1,100, fleeing in an unknown direction. Fortunately, there were no injuries reported in the wake of the robbery. The NYPD is actively investigating the incident and seeking any information that could lead to the identification and arrest of the suspects involved. The safety and security of local businesses and their employees remain a top priority for law enforcement as they work to address this alarming incident.