Knife-Wielding Duo Robs Queens Smoke Shop, Flees on Scooter

QUEENS, NY – Two unidentified males brandished a knife and robbed a smoke shop on 59-11 71 Avenue, making off with cash and products.

On Friday, at about 5:25 p.m., the suspects entered the shop and displayed a knife to a 25-year-old male employee. They removed approximately $400 in cash from the register and approximately $600 worth of products before fleeing the scene on a scooter headed southbound on Stephen Street.

One of the suspects is described as a male with a light complexion, approximately 25 to 35 years old, and about 5’7” tall. He was last seen wearing a white durag, a green camouflage shirt, and gray pants.

There were no injuries reported. The police are actively investigating the incident.

Adam Devine

Adam covers New York City and regional news for Shore News Network. He is currently attending college and freelances about crime in New York City and regional news.

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