Robbers in Queens steal North Face jackets and Jordans from victims at knifepoint.
In Queens, New York City, two male suspects embarked on a week-long crime spree that targeted individuals for their high-end apparel and footwear last month. The suspects displayed significant brand awareness, focusing on items such as North Face jackets and popular sneaker brands.
According to law enforcement officials, the suspects employed a consistent modus operandi during their thefts. Typically, they would encircle their victims, brandishing a knife, and then demand valuable personal items, which often included winter coats, sneakers, and other possessions.
The series of robberies began on December 12 at approximately 4:20 p.m. when they approached a 14-year-old boy near 42-01 99th St. in the Corona neighborhood. The suspects successfully stole the victim’s North Face jacket, valued at around 0, along with unspecified additional items. Within an hour of this incident, the duo struck again, this time targeting a 13-year-old near 99-31 Corona Ave., resulting in the theft of a backpack valued at 0 and other belongings.
Just three days later, on December 15, the suspects escalated their activities in nearby Elmhurst. At about 2:35 p.m., they confronted a 16-year-old boy near 93-35 Lamont Ave., forcibly extracting his 0 Jordans and other items. An hour later in the same neighborhood, they brandished their knife once more, this time taking a 0 North Face jacket from a 19-year-old near 43-13 Elbertson St.
The crimes continued to become more violent, as demonstrated in another incident that occurred shortly after. A 21-year-old man was assaulted near 46-01 102nd St. The suspects not only brandished a knife but also punched the victim multiple times before making off with his ,200 Balenciaga sneakers. Fortunately, the victim’s injuries were not severe enough to require hospitalization.
On December 19, the suspects returned to Corona, where they targeted yet another victim, a 14-year-old, who was wearing both a North Face jacket and a pair of Jordans. This time, they managed to steal his 0 jacket and 0 sneakers.
Authorities have provided descriptions of the suspects, identifying them as two young males with light complexions. One was last seen wearing a black Moose Knuckles jacket, black jeans, and white Jordans, while the second was spotted in a black hooded sweatshirt, shorts, and black sneakers.
The NYPD has urged anyone with information regarding these crimes to contact the Crime Stoppers Hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS, assuring that all tips will remain confidential. Media News Source continues to monitor the situation as investigators work diligently to apprehend the suspects and ensure the safety of the community.
