Wallet Stolen from Elderly Man at NYC Chase Bank

April 18, 2024

NEW YORK, NY – A wallet theft occurred at the Chase Bank on Riverdale Avenue on Monday afternoon.

At approximately 5:24 PM, a 77-year-old male placed his wallet on the counter, which was then stolen by an unidentified individual.

The thief, described as a male in his 20s with a dark complexion, was last seen wearing a black jacket, gray hooded sweatshirt, blue jeans, and white sneakers, fleeing northbound on Riverdale Avenue. No injuries were reported in the incident. The wallet contained debit cards among other items.

Phil Stilton

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