New York City Police Say Knife Attacks, Robberies in Brooklyn, Queens Are Connected

NEW YORK, NY – The New York City Police Department today said a string of knife attacks and robberies that have thus far netted thieves over $334,000 in at least four separate knifepoint robberies are connected.

Police said this weekend they have established a clear pattern linking the multiple robberies. The suspects approach their victims in a black Honda Accord, exit the vehicle, and display knives. Victims are robbed of all of their money and belongings before the crew flees the scene.

The attacks took place in Queens and Brooklyn.