WOODSIDE — The NYPD was asking for the public’s assistance in locating three young men wanted in connection with a strong-arm robbery last week in Woodside.
The three men approached and allegedly assaulted their 40-year-old victim Aug. 19 around 3:50 a.m. in front of 41-26 71st St., police said, before making off with two cellphones and a wallet.
All three suspects were described as white or Hispanic males between the ages of 15 and 18, cops said.
Suspect 1 stands 5 feet 6 inches tall and weighs 140 pounds, cops said. Police said he has long black hair and was wearing a white T-shirt with a graphic on the front and blue jean shorts.
Police said that after the alleged attack, he returned to retrieve his skateboard.
The second suspect was described as standing 5 feet 9 inches tall and weighing 180 pounds. He was seen wearing a baseball cap and blue jeans.
No further information was given on the third suspect.
Anyone with information is asked to call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477). The public can also submit their tips by logging on to Crime Stoppers’ website at nypdcrimestoppers.com or by texting their tips to CRIMES (274637), then enter TIP577. All calls are strictly confidential.
