NEW YORK, NY – The New York City Police Department are still seeking the public’s cooperation in identifying and locating individuals linked to a robbery incident that occurred in July. Today, the department reported one arrest in the incident.
The victim, a 43-year-old male, was targeted on Saturday, July 8, around 4:20 AM. As he was exiting a northbound “M” train at the Wyckoff Avenue subway station, he was confronted by an unidentified group of individuals.
The situation escalated rapidly as the group forcefully knocked the victim to the platform, proceeded to wield a knife towards his wrist, and subjected him to physical violence, including punches, kicks, and twisting his left leg, resulting in significant injury.
During the course of the robbery, the victim’s belongings, including approximately $100, were taken by the assailants. Following the incident, the group fled on foot, evading capture.
The victim, sustaining serious but stable injuries, was transported to Kings County Hospital for medical attention.
The NYPD urges anyone with relevant information to come forward. If you possess any information concerning this incident, please contact the NYPD’s Crime Stoppers Hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477). For Spanish speakers, an alternate hotline is accessible at 1-888-57-PISTA (74782). Additionally, tips can be submitted via the Crime Stoppers website at https://crimestoppers.nypdonline.org/ or on Twitter by mentioning @NYPDTips.