Police Seek Suspect in Bronx Attempted Robbery of Young Teen Involving Simulated Firearm

BRONX, N.Y. — Police are searching for a suspect who attempted to rob a victim by simulating a firearm before fleeing the scene, authorities said.

The incident occurred when an unidentified male approached a victim and pretended to have a gun while demanding property. The suspect fled without taking any items, and the victim was not injured.

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The suspect is described as being in his late teens or early 20s and was last seen wearing a black coat with a white hood, light-colored pants, and white sneakers.

Authorities have not released additional details and continue to investigate the incident.

Anyone with information is urged to contact the New York Police Department.