NEW YORK, NY – The New York City Police Department is reaching out to the public for help in identifying two male individuals captured in surveillance footage who are wanted for questioning about a robbery incident within the 33 Precinct.
On Tuesday, July 18, around 5:50 PM, a 32-year-old female was walking in Riverside Park when she was approached from behind by two unidentified males.
One of them displayed a knife, and they forcibly took her purse. Following the robbery, the suspects escaped on a silver two-wheeled vehicle.
The victim sustained no injuries from the encounter.Photos and surveillance video of the individuals have been provided for public reference.
Anyone with knowledge about this incident or the individuals captured in the footage is encouraged to contact the NYPD’s Crime Stoppers Hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477).
Spanish-speaking individuals can reach out at 1-888-57-PISTA (74782). Tips can also be submitted online at the CrimeStoppers website, https://crimestoppers.nypdonline.org/, or directly on Twitter @NYPDTips. All provided information will be treated confidentially.
