Wanted for Jackson Heights Robbery

By QNS Editorial Posted on August 30, 2012

The NYPD is looking for three 15- to 18-year-old teenage males (one shown here) in connection with a strong-arm robbery that occurred at about 3:50 a.m. on Sunday, August 19, 2012 in front of a home on 71st Street and 41st Avenue in Jackson Heights. According to police, the the victim (a 40-year-old male) was approached from behind by the suspects, who assaulted him and fled on foot with the victim’s two cellphones and his wallet. The first suspect is described as standing 5’6″ and weighing 140 lbs. with long black hair, wearing a white T-shirt with a graphic on its front, and jean shorts. This suspect had a skateboard, which he reportedly later returned to retrieve. The second suspect reportedly stands 5’9″ and weighs 180 lbs, with a baseball cap and blue jeans. No description of the third suspect was provided. Anyone with information is asked to call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477). The public can also submit their tips by logging onto Crime Stoppers’ website at www.nypdcrimestoppers.com or text their tips to CRIMES (274637) with the code TIP577. All calls are strictly confidential.

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