New York, New York — A 33-year-old man was robbed of a $12,000 watch at knifepoint during an early-morning confrontation in Manhattan, with two suspects still at large, according to the NYPD.
The robbery happened around 2:40 a.m. on March 22, 2026, when the victim was approached by two unidentified individuals near Stanton Street, police said.
Dispute escalates into armed robbery
Investigators say the encounter began with a verbal dispute before quickly turning violent. During the confrontation, the suspects forcibly removed the victim’s watch, valued at approximately $12,000.
When the man attempted to recover his property, both individuals displayed a knife and threatened him, escalating the situation and preventing him from intervening further.
The suspects then fled the scene on foot, heading eastbound on Stanton Street, police said.
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Key Points
• Victim robbed of $12,000 watch during Manhattan encounter
• Two suspects displayed a knife when confronted
• Attackers fled eastbound on Stanton Street and remain at large
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Search underway for unidentified suspects
The NYPD has not released descriptions of the suspects but confirmed that efforts to identify and locate them are ongoing.
Authorities are asking for the public’s assistance as the investigation continues. Anyone with information about the incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers.
Tips can be submitted by calling 1-800-577-TIPS (8477) or, for Spanish speakers, 1-888-57-PISTA (74782). Information can also be shared online through the Crime Stoppers website or via X at @NYPDTips. All tips can be made anonymously.
Early-morning timing and location under scrutiny
The robbery took place during early morning hours, a time when fewer witnesses are typically present, which can make investigations more challenging.
Stanton Street, located on Manhattan’s Lower East Side, is a busy corridor known for nightlife and late-night foot traffic, factors that can contribute to both opportunity and risk in street-level crimes.
Police have not said whether surveillance footage or nearby businesses have provided leads in the case.
Investigation remains active
No arrests have been made in connection with the robbery, and the suspects remain unidentified as of the latest update. The NYPD continues to investigate and is urging anyone with relevant information to come forward.
