Two teenage suspects are at large following a brazen mid-afternoon robbery in a Brooklyn neighborhood, authorities said Wednesday. The victims, who'd arranged to buy a cell phone through Facebook Marketplace, instead met with the barrel of a gun.

On May 21st, near 7600 Humboldt Ave N, the intended transaction turned violent at around 5:46 pm when, according to police, two male youths brandished firearms. Running with a haul that included cash, debit cards, IDs, and a phone, the suspects fled on foot. They were spotted escaping in a waiting vehicle, a witness told officers. An alert posted by the local authorities detailed the incident.

Despite an extensive search by the officers immediately after the crime, the young gunmen remained a step ahead, disappearing into the urban sprawl. The robbery, which has since rattled residents in the area, remains under investigation as law enforcement urges the public to come forward with any information that might lead to the apprehension of the suspects.

This recent surge in crime involving juveniles has stoked fears among the locals, with some lamenting the declining sense of security on their streets. Anyone who might have witnessed the incident or has knowledge regarding the suspects' whereabouts is encouraged to contact the authorities. Staying vigilant, residents cling to the hope that justice will be served swiftly, and a restoration of peace will follow.