The New York Police Department is actively seeking assistance from the public in a series of armed robberies targeting lottery tickets in Manhattan and Queens. Beginning on December 26, two individuals, described as males with a medium complexion, initiated what has become a pattern of thefts amounting to nearly $7,000 in stolen lottery tickets.
The first reported incident, as detailed by SI Live, occurred when the suspects entered a business in front of 46 8 Avenue and simulated the possession of a firearm. They forcibly took approximately $2,100 worth of lottery tickets and fled on foot without causing any physical injuries to those present. A subsequent and similar crime took place last Wednesday, in front of 31-02 Broadway, where the assailants displayed a real firearm and stole about $4,800 worth of lottery tickets before escaping into the Broadway station.
In an effort to apprehend the suspects, the NYPD has disseminated information through their social media channels. A post shared by NYPD News on X provides a summary of the two incidents, asking individuals who might recognize the suspects or have any relevant information to come forward. The department underscores that all tips can be submitted anonymously and all calls are treated with strict confidentiality.
🚨WANTED for a ROBBERY PATTERN: Recognize them? On 2 separate incidents between 12/26/24 and 01/08/25, two unidentified individuals entered a commercial establishment, displayed a weapon, and forcibly removed property before fleeing on foot.
— NYPD NEWS (@NYPDnews) January 12, 2025
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NYPD's Crime Stoppers Hotline is available at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477), and information can also be submitted via their website or directly through X by messaging @NYPDTips. In a statement obtained by SI Live, authorities emphasize the importance of community assistance in resolving these ongoing investigations, and ensuring that those responsible are brought to justice, reflecting a commitment to addressing the root causes of such criminal endeavors and fortifying the safety of New Yorkers.
