BRONX, NY – The NYPD is searching for a suspect who allegedly grabbed a woman’s cell phone right out of her hand during an evening street theft in the South Bronx, authorities said.
According to police, the grand larceny occurred around 8:30 p.m. on December 11 outside 538 East 149th Street, within the 40th Precinct. Investigators said a 40-year-old woman was standing on the sidewalk when an unidentified individual suddenly snatched her phone and ran off.
The suspect fled eastbound on East 149th Street and has not been located. No injuries were reported during the incident.
Police seek public’s help
Detectives are asking anyone with information about the suspect or the theft to contact NYPD Crimestoppers. Tips can be submitted anonymously by calling 1-800-577-TIPS (8477) or by sending a direct message to @NYPDTips on social media.
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Key facts:
- Incident happened around 8:30 p.m. on Dec. 11 outside 538 E. 149th St.
- Victim, a 40-year-old woman, had her phone snatched from her hand
- Suspect fled eastbound on foot; police asking public for information
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