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Victim attacked and robbed on southbound 2 train in Flatbush, police say

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December 8, 2025
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BROOKLYN, NY – A 33-year-old man was assaulted and robbed late Saturday night aboard a southbound 2 train before the suspects fled at the Flatbush Avenue station, according to police.

The attack occurred around 11:30 p.m. at the Nostrand Avenue and Newkirk Avenue station, where three unidentified individuals approached the victim and began arguing with him.

The confrontation escalated into violence as the two males and one female punched and kicked the victim in the head and body, leaving him with swelling and bruising.

Victim attacked and robbed on southbound 2 train in flatbush, police say
Photo: victim attacked and robbed on southbound 2 train in flatbush, police say
Victim attacked and robbed on southbound 2 train in flatbush, police say
Photo: victim attacked and robbed on southbound 2 train in flatbush, police say

One of the men also displayed a knife during the assault before the group took the victim’s black bookbag, valued at approximately $46.

Suspects fled on foot after exiting train

Police said the trio exited the train at the Flatbush station and ran off in an unknown direction. The victim was taken to NYC Health + Hospitals/Kings County in stable condition following the attack.

Police release descriptions of three suspects

Investigators said the suspects are believed to be between 17 and 20 years old with dark complexions.

Anyone with information is urged to contact the NYPD.

Victim attacked and robbed on southbound 2 train in flatbush, police say
Photo: victim attacked and robbed on southbound 2 train in flatbush, police say
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