Knife-wielding robbery suspects sought after late-night brooklyn mugging

Knife-Wielding Robbery Suspects Sought After Late-Night Brooklyn Mugging

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July 8, 2026
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Police are asking for the public's help identifying two suspects accused of robbing a 57-year-old man at knifepoint near West 32 Street and Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn.

Brooklyn, NY – The NYPD is searching for two suspects wanted in connection with a late-night robbery that occurred in the city’s Coney Island neighborhood.

According to investigators, the robbery happened at approximately 11:10 p.m. on Wednesday, June 24, at the intersection of West 32 Street and Neptune Avenue within the confines of the 60th Precinct.

Victim robbed at knifepoint

Police said a 57-year-old man was approached by two unidentified individuals who displayed a knife before taking the victim’s property.

The suspects fled the area on foot in an unknown direction. Authorities did not specify what property was stolen or release descriptions of the individuals being sought.

Investigation remains active

Detectives continue to investigate the robbery and are asking anyone with information to come forward.

Anyone with information regarding the incident is asked to contact NYPD Crime Stoppers by calling 1-800-577-TIPS (8477) or, for Spanish, 1-888-57-PISTA (74782). Tips can also be submitted online through the Crime Stoppers website or by messaging @NYPDTips on X. All tips are kept confidential.

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