NYPD Says Women Targeted in Multiple Strong Armed Robberies Citywide

NYPD Says Women Targeted in Multiple Strong Armed Robberies Citywide
NYPD vehicles outside precinct headquarters. File Photo

NEW YORK CITY, NY – The NYPD has requested the public’s assistance in identifying individuals connected to a series of robbery and grand larceny incidents across the city.

Incidents occurred on Monday, June 26, and Tuesday, June 27. The victims, all females, were approached by individuals on two-wheeled scooters who swiftly stole items before escaping.

The first reported incident involved a 56-year-old female victim whose wallet was stolen from her bicycle basket.

In the second incident, a 65-year-old woman had her wallet and cellphone snatched from her hands. The third victim, a 42-year-old woman, was assaulted before having her phone forcibly removed.

Any relevant information about these incidents can be shared with the NYPD’s Crime Stoppers for further investigation.

NYPD Says Women Targeted in Multiple Strong Armed Robberies Citywide