The New York City Police Department is actively seeking information regarding a violent robbery that occurred in Manhattan late last month. The incident took place on Saturday, July 19, in the vicinity of West 46 Street and 11 Avenue, around the witching hour of 2:05 A.M. According to NYPD Crimestoppers, an unidentified assailant made a failed attempt to steal a necklace from a 30-year-old male. During this altercation, the suspect brandished a firearm, and in a subsequent struggle, the victim was shot once in the torso.
Law enforcement officials are urging the public to come forward with any potentially helpful information. The New York Police Department has taken to social media to widely disseminate the call for tips, imploring anyone with knowledge of the incident to directly message @nypdtips, or to anonymously call the Crimestoppers hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477).
The victim, whose identity has not been publicly disclosed, was reportedly in an area known for its bustling nightlife when the attempted robbery turned violent. It remains unclear what led to the altercation or if the victim and the assailant were previously acquainted. As the investigation continues, the New York Police Department has not released further details about the suspect or any leads they may be pursuing.
