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60-year-old man in critical condition after violent robbery inside Crown Heights deli

The incident unfolded at 1380 Eastern Parkway around 12:30 a.m. on April 22.

Zoe Cosgrove

Apr 29, 2026, 2:23 PM

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A 60-year-old man is fighting for his life following a violent robbery inside a deli in Crown Heights, police say.

The incident unfolded at 1380 Eastern Parkway around 12:30 a.m. on April 22.

Authorities say a man walked up to the 60-year-old and began punching and kicking him all over his face and body.

He then forcibly snatched the victims wallet before taking off on foot.

EMS took the 60-year-old to One Brooklyn Health–Brookdale Hospital Medical Center, where he is listed in critical condition.

Anyone with information is urged to call the the NYPD's Crime Stoppers Hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477).

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