New York, New York – Police in the Bronx are investigating a violent armed robberies at a local business that took place on Thursday at around 11:15 am.
The incident occurred at 3276 Jerome Avenue and involved four male individuals who attempted to leave the store with unpaid merchandise.
When a 33-year-old male employee confronted one of the suspects, one of the individuals hurled a bottle at the employee.
The suspects then pushed both the 33-year-old employee and another 49-year-old male employee. The 33-year-old victim was repeatedly punched and placed in a chokehold while one of the assailants brandished a knife at him.
Before fleeing the scene in a white BMW towards Van Cortland Avenue East, the perpetrators caused damage to shelves and store merchandise.
The 33-year-old victim was transported to Montefiore Medical Center for treatment. He suffered a broken thumb, as well as bruises to his head and body. The 49-year-old victim sustained bruises to his body and head.
The New York Police Department (NYPD) is appealing to the public for assistance in identifying and locating the suspects. Anyone with relevant information is urged to contact the NYPD’s Crime Stoppers Hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477).