73-year-old man victim of carjacking in Astoria

NYPD vehicles outside precinct headquarters. File Photo

NEW YORK, NY – A 73-year-old man was the victim of a robbery and carjacking.

The incident occurred on April 24, at approximately 6:00 am in front of 24-49 28th Street in Astoria.

The victim was approached by the two suspects, who forcibly took his car keys and approximately $400 before fleeing in a four-door sedan heading north on 28th Street.

The elderly man refused medical attention.

Anyone with information regarding the incident is urged to contact the NYPD’s Crime Stoppers Hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477). Spanish speakers can call 1-888-57-PISTA (74782) for assistance.

Adam Devine
Adam covers New York City and regional news for Shore News Network. He is currently attending college and freelances about crime in New York City and regional news.

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