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BRONX, NY – Police are asking for the public’s help in identifying two suspects linked to a series of violent daytime robberies in the Bronx in which victims were assaulted and robbed of valuable jewelry. The incidents, all involving two men on a motorcycle, occurred at various locations within the 41st, 44th and 49th precincts between October 8 and October 22, 2024.
The first reported robbery occurred on October 8 around 2 p.m. in front of the 1500 Grand Concourse. A 54-year-old man was approached by two individuals on a motorcycle, who repeatedly punched him in the head and face before stealing two chains and a bracelet worth approximately $6,350. The suspects then fled on motorcycles. The victim suffered minor injuries but refused medical treatment.
On October 18, three similar incidents were reported within a short period of time. Around 11:17 a.m., a 38-year-old man was approached in front of 1201 Randall Avenue by two men on a motorcycle brandishing a firearm. One of the suspects hit the victim in the head with the gun before taking his chain and rings, which had an estimated value of $6,600. The suspects fled again on a motorcycle, leaving the victim slightly injured.
Shortly thereafter, at approximately 11:30 a.m., a 31-year-old man was robbed at gunpoint in front of 1050 River Avenue. The suspects took his chain, valued at approximately $3,300, before fleeing eastbound on East 165th Street. No injuries were reported in this incident.
A third robbery on Oct. 18 occurred around 11:45 a.m. in front of 2024 Williamsbridge Road. In this case, the suspects hit a 48-year-old man in the head with a firearm and took a necklace worth approximately $3,000. The victim refused medical attention after suffering minor injuries.
Two more robberies took place on October 22. Around 11 a.m., a 17-year-old boy was confronted by the suspects in front of 76 East 167th Street. The attackers forcibly removed two chains worth approximately $2,500 and fired a firearm during the ensuing scuffle, although no one was injured. The suspects then fled eastbound on 167th Street.
The latest incident was reported around 12:20 a.m. that day near 1055 Summit Avenue. A 36-year-old man was robbed of a necklace and bracelet worth approximately $4,000. The suspects, who again used a firearm to threaten the victim, fled westbound on West 165th Street. No injuries have been reported.
The two suspects are described as medium-skinned men, both last seen wearing all black. The motorcyclist was observed wearing white sneakers.
Anyone with information about these incidents or the suspects is urged to contact the NYPD as the investigation continues.