NEW YORK CITY, NY – The New York City Police Department is asking for public assistance following a robbery.
The event occurred on Tuesday, August 8, at approximately 8:01 a.m. near 175 East 151 Street.
According to reports, an unidentified individual approached a 48-year-old male from behind. The assailant then grabbed and pushed the victim before forcibly taking his wallet.
The suspect was last seen heading south on Walton Street. The victim remained uninjured after the encounter.
Individuals with related information are asked to contact NYPD’s Crime Stoppers Hotline or the CrimeStoppers website.