Cops search for Flushing iPhone robbery suspect

FLUSHING — Police were seeking the public’s help finding a man they said stole an iPhone from a teen on the No. 7 train at the end of February.

The suspect approached a 15-year-old boy on the train at around 3:30 p.m. Feb. 27, swiped his phone, punched him in the face and fled at the Main Street station, police said.

Those with information should contact NYPD’s Crimestoppers by calling 1-800-577-TIPS (8477), visiting its website or texting 274637 (CRIMES) and entering TIP577.