NYPD: Armed Robbers Targeting People With Pricey Jewelry - CBS New York
Police say the men struck 10 times since Aug. 26 in Manhattan, Queens and the Bronx. They allegedly stole more than $92,000 worth of jewelry, watches and cash.
Most of the robberies took place in the early-morning hours and involved two suspects, but some included a third man.
Two of the incidents turned violent – A 37-year-old man was hit in the face on Sept. 16 in Spuyten Duyvil, and most recently, a 30-year-old man was kicked on Oct. 14 in Inwood.
Police released surveillance images of the suspects and a woman wanted for questioning in the case.
Anyone with information about the robbery spree is asked to call NYPD’s Crime Stoppers hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477) or 1-888-57-PISTA (74782) for Spanish. You can also submit a tip via the Crime Stoppers website, by Tweeting @NYPDTips or by texting a tip to 274637.
