NYC Subway Crime: Teen Robbed at Gunpoint on Bronx 6 Train, Cops Say
Incident Unfolds at East 149th Street Stop
According to police sources, the incident unfolded at the East 149th Street stop on the 6 line at around 3:15 p.m. on January 27, in the confines of the 40th Precinct.
Teenager Mugged by Gun-Wielding Suspects
A 16-year-old boy was waiting for a 6 train on the southbound platform when two unknown males approached him and brandished a handgun. The pair rifled through his pockets in the brazen daylight robbery, stealing the boy’s cellphone and bank cards.
Surveillance Video Captures Suspects
The gunmen were caught on surveillance video fleeing through the turnstile and emergency exit door. The victim did not suffer an injury.
Suspects Wearing All-Black Clothing
The suspects were wearing all-black clothing.
NYPD Adds 300 Cops to Overnight Shift
The incident occurred hours before the first full-fledged day in which the NYPD added 300 cops to the overnight shift on the subways to combat crime and quality of life issues.
Police Seek Public’s Help
Anyone with information regarding this robbery can call Crime Stoppers at 800-577-TIPS (for Spanish, dial 888-57-PISTA). You can also submit tips online at crimestoppers.nypdonline.org, or on X (formerly Twitter) @NYPDTips. All calls and messages are kept confidential.
Conclusion
The recent incident highlights the ongoing issue of crime in the NYC subway system. The NYPD’s efforts to increase police presence and combat crime are a step in the right direction, but more needs to be done to ensure the safety of commuters.
FAQs
* What happened in the incident?
A 16-year-old boy was robbed at gunpoint by two unknown males on the 6 train at the East 149th Street stop in the Bronx.
* What was stolen?
The boy’s cellphone and bank cards were stolen.
* What is being done to combat crime in the subway system?
The NYPD has added 300 cops to the overnight shift to combat crime and quality of life issues.
* How can I report information about this robbery?
You can call Crime Stoppers at 800-577-TIPS, submit tips online at crimestoppers.nypdonline.org, or on X (formerly Twitter) @NYPDTips.
