Nypd officers responding to emergency call. File photo by roy janssen
NYPD officers responding to emergency call. File photo by Roy Janssen

Bronx Man Arrested for Daylight Robbery of Elderly Woman

BRONX, NY – A 23-year-old male was arrested on charges of robbery at approximately 5:30 PM within the 43rd Precinct. The suspect, identified as David Jenkins, resides at 1775 Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx.

The incident, reported to police, occurred on Monday morning, when a 77-year-old woman was assaulted and robbed. The victim was exiting an elevator at 2460 Bronxwood Avenue around 8:30 AM when an unknown assailant knocked her to the ground and took her wallet.

The suspect fled the scene on a blue Citibike and was later spotted entering 920 Mace Avenue. Fortunately, the victim sustained no injuries.

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