Bronx, NY – A 26-year-old man was sucker-punched and robbed of his chain in a violent ambush outside a Bronx building, with one of the suspects flashing a gun and threatening him before both fled through a nearby park.
The attack occurred around 6:00 p.m. on Thursday in front of 1490 Sheridan Boulevard. According to police, the victim was approached from behind by two unidentified males. One suspect struck the man in the back of the head, while the other yanked a chain from around his neck.
As the victim attempted to retrieve his jewelry, the second suspect revealed a firearm tucked in his waistband and made verbal threats, forcing the man to back off. Though he suffered minor injuries during the robbery, the victim declined medical attention at the scene.
The suspects then took off on foot, fleeing into Starlight Park before continuing east toward 172nd Street. Police are actively searching for the two individuals, who remain at large.
The first suspect is described as a male with a dark complexion, last seen wearing a white shirt and red shorts. The second is also described as having a dark complexion and was last seen in a black t-shirt and gray sweatpants.
Surveillance footage from the area is being reviewed as part of the investigation, and the NYPD is urging anyone with information to come forward.
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Key Points
- A man was punched and robbed of his chain on Sheridan Boulevard Thursday evening
- One suspect showed a gun and made threats as the pair fled into Starlight Park
- Both suspects are still at large and were last seen heading toward 172nd Street
A Bronx man was blindsided and robbed for his chain in broad daylight as one of the suspects menaced him with a gun.