BRONX, N.Y. — A 14-year-old boy was assaulted and robbed Friday morning in the Morrisania section of the Bronx, police said.
The incident occurred around 8:30 a.m. inside 1064 Cauldwell Avenue, where two unidentified males approached the teen from behind, threatened him, and struck him multiple times before taking his book bag by force, according to police.
The assailants fled the scene on foot, heading northbound on Boston Road. The victim sustained minor injuries but did not require hospitalization.
Authorities described both suspects as males with dark complexions, estimated to be between 15 and 20 years old. One was last seen wearing a black hooded sweatshirt, blue jeans, white sneakers, and carrying a black book bag.
The second individual was reported to be wearing a black and white hooded sweatshirt, dark-colored pants, and black sneakers.
Police search for suspects
As of Tuesday, no arrests had been made and police are continuing to search for the individuals involved.
The NYPD has not released surveillance footage or additional identifying details about the suspects. The motive behind the attack remains under investigation.
No weapons were reported during the incident, and the victim’s injuries were considered non-life-threatening.
Anyone with information is urged to contact local law enforcement.
The teen was jumped from behind and robbed of his backpack in a bold morning attack on Cauldwell Avenue, cops say.