BROOKLYN, NY – A 65-year-old man was attacked and robbed Sunday night in Greenpoint after a suspect shoved him to the ground and stole his bag before fleeing the scene.
The assault occurred around 10:08 p.m. in front of 1055 Manhattan Avenue. Police said an unidentified man approached the victim, forced him to the ground, and snatched his crossbody bag, which contained U.S. currency and bank cards.
The suspect ran off westbound on Eagle Street. EMS arrived shortly after and treated the victim for minor injuries at the scene.
Investigators described the wanted man as having a dark complexion. He was last seen wearing a black shirt with a graphic design, blue jeans, and black sneakers.
Key Points
- A 65-year-old man was robbed Sunday night on Manhattan Avenue in Greenpoint.
- The victim was pushed to the ground, and his bag with cash and bank cards was stolen.
- The suspect fled toward Eagle Street and remains at large.
The late-night mugging left a neighborhood shaken as police work to track down the suspect.