The NYPD is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the following individual in connection to a robbery within the confines of the 47 Precinct in Bronx.
Details are as follows:
It has been reported to the police that on Sunday, September 9, 2018 at approximately 12:20 p.m., the individual approached the 19 year-old female victim in front 2317 Lyon Avenue and attempted to removed her purse, which contained a Samsung cell phone and approximately $20 cash. In order to take the purse, the individual cut the purse’s strap, and also cut the victim’s finger. The victim refused medical attention at the scene.
Male, black, mid 20’s to early 30’s, 5’10” to 5’11”, last seen wearing a gray hooded sweatshirt and blue jeans.
Images of the suspect are attached.
Anyone with information related to this incident is asked to call the NYPD‘s Crime Stoppers hotline at 1–800–577–TIPS (8477) or for Spanish, 1–888–57–PISTA (74782). The public can also submit their tips by logging onto the Crime Stoppers’ website or by texting their tips to 274637 (CRIMES) then enter TIP577.
All tips will be kept strictly confidential.