Police are on the hunt for a suspect who allegedly followed a woman into a building in Hell's Kitchen and robbed her of cash and items from her purse.
After the robbery, the suspect compounded the trauma by performing a lewd act in front of the victim, which has raised concerns about safety in the area.
Surveillance footage was released showing the suspect, described as having a medium complexion and wearing a black jacket with a fur hood, as police seek public assistance.
In 2024, the 18th Precinct has seen a nearly 70% rise in robberies year-to-date compared to 2023, highlighting an alarming trend in local crime.
Collection
[
|
...
]