73-year-old man victim of carjacking in Astoria

by Adam Devine

NEW YORK, NY – A 73-year-old man was the victim of a robbery and carjacking.

The incident occurred on April 24, at approximately 6:00 am in front of 24-49 28th Street in Astoria.

The victim was approached by the two suspects, who forcibly took his car keys and approximately $400 before fleeing in a four-door sedan heading north on 28th Street.

The elderly man refused medical attention.

Anyone with information regarding the incident is urged to contact the NYPD’s Crime Stoppers Hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477). Spanish speakers can call 1-888-57-PISTA (74782) for assistance.

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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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