Armed robbers tie up family in Queens home invasion, take $15,000 in cash and jewelry
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In a shocking incident in Queens, two armed men invaded a family's home early on a Monday morning, using zip ties and duct tape to restrain parents and children. The robbers stole $15,000 worth of cash and jewelry before taking the family's car, which was later recovered nearby. Neighbors reacted with shock as they witnessed the aftermath and offered assistance to the victims. No arrests have been made, and police are investigating the case, urging anyone with information to come forward.
The suspects allegedly flashed guns as they pushed their way into the home on 12th Avenue near 154th Street in the Whitestone neighborhood just after 9 a.m. Monday, police said.
With the family tied up downstairs, the pair took $15,000 in cash and jewelry from the safe in the house, police said.
I'm just on my way to work, getting out of my car, and I just see this man running out of his house with duct tape on him so, I was like I have to help.
Neighbors were shocked to see crime tape on quiet street and were remaining vigilant.
Read at NBC New York
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