Brooklyn, NY – A 51-year-old man was ambushed late Saturday night when a group of eight individuals assaulted him and ransacked his car before fleeing into the night, police said.
The attack happened around 11:30 p.m. on July 26. Authorities said one man approached the victim as he sat inside his vehicle, dragged him out, and began punching him repeatedly. The assailant stole the victim’s wallet and necklace before seven more individuals joined in, entering the car and taking additional property.
Among the stolen items were the victim’s cell phone, car keys, speaker, and a child car seat. After stripping the car of valuables, all eight suspects fled on foot to an unknown location.
The victim suffered injuries to his head and back but declined hospitalization, police said.
Investigators released descriptions of the suspects, who were last seen wearing a variety of clothing, including hats, multicolored shirts, dark pants, and sneakers. All were described as males with dark complexions.
Police are asking anyone with information to come forward as the investigation continues.
Key Points
- A 51-year-old man was beaten and robbed by eight individuals in Brooklyn on July 26.
- Suspects stole his wallet, jewelry, phone, keys, speaker, and child car seat before fleeing.
- Police released detailed descriptions of the eight male suspects.
The late-night carjacking turned a quiet street into a chaotic crime scene.
