New York, NY — The New York City Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in identifying two individuals involved in a series of robberies across the 43rd, 83rd, and 114th Precincts.
Details of Incidents:
43rd Precinct Incident: On Saturday, July 13, 2024, at approximately 3:08 p.m., at 1522 Westchester Avenue, two suspects asked to see an iPhone. After the 33-year-old male employee presented the phone, one suspect snatched the device, valued at approximately $700, while the other sprayed the employee with an unknown substance. The suspects fled westbound on Westchester Avenue. The victim sustained minor injuries but refused medical attention.
114th Precinct Incident: On Sunday, July 14, 2024, at around 5:30 p.m., at 30-69 Steinway Street, the same pair entered and asked to see iPhones. After the phones were shown by the employees, the male suspect stole them, valued at $1,950, while the female sprayed the employees with a substance. They then escaped on foot southbound on Steinway Street. Both victims suffered minor injuries and refused medical attention.
83rd Precinct Incident: On Wednesday, July 24, 2024, at about 11:50 a.m., at 298 Irving Avenue, the duo asked to see an iPhone. As the 19-year-old female employee showed the phone, the male suspect took it, valued at approximately $1,350, and the female suspect sprayed her with an unknown substance. They fled in an unknown direction. The victim sustained minor injuries and was transported to Wyckoff Heights Medical Center in stable condition.
Descriptions of the Suspects:
The male suspect is described as having a light complexion and slim build, approximately 18 to 20 years old, and about 5 feet, 10 inches tall.
The female suspect is described as having a medium complexion and slim build, also approximately 18 to 20 years old, and about 5 feet, 4 inches tall.
Anyone with information regarding these individuals or the incidents is urged to contact the NYPD. The department is actively seeking these suspects to prevent further incidents and ensure community safety.
