Police seek suspects in robbery of 16-year-old motorcyclist in crotona park

Police Seek Suspects in Robbery of 16-Year-Old Motorcyclist in Crotona Park

BRONX, NY — Authorities are searching for three individuals involved in the robbery of a 16-year-old male on Monday, May 27, at approximately 5:10 p.m. in the vicinity of Crotona Park South and Crotona Avenue.

The incident occurred when the victim was approached by three unknown individuals while on his motorcycle. One of the individuals punched the victim, causing him to fall to the ground. Two of the suspects then took the victim’s motorcycle and fled southbound on Crotona Avenue. The third suspect fled on foot, also heading southbound on Crotona Avenue. The victim sustained a minor injury but refused medical attention.

Police seek suspects in robbery of 16-year-old motorcyclist in crotona park
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One of the suspects is described as a male with a medium complexion, slim build, short dreadlocks, and approximately 5 feet 9 inches tall. He was last seen wearing a gray hooded sweatshirt with a zipper, a white tank top shirt, blue jeans, and black sneakers.

Anyone with information regarding the suspects or the incident is urged to contact the police.

Police seek suspects in robbery of 16-year-old motorcyclist in crotona park
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