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Allerton robbery sparks search for two suspects

The men pretended to have guns and snatched necklaces from the victim’s neck, police said.

Molly Bruton

May 9, 2026, 7:48 AM

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Police are looking for two men who robbed a 68‑year‑old man in Allerton on May 4.

The victim was near Barker Avenue and Magenta Street when the pair approached him, pretended to have guns and snatched two necklaces from his neck before running north on Barker Avenue.

No injuries were reported; the stolen jewelry is valued at about $700.

Police urge anyone with information to call the NYPD Crime Stoppers Hotline.

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