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NYPD: Robber pretends to have weapon, steals woman’s phone in Bushwick

Authorities say the man approached the 27-year-old victim just at 917 Broadway.

Lauren Pena

Apr 14, 2025, 12:38 PM

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Police are asking for the public’s help finding the person who was caught on camera robbing a woman in Bushwick on March 6.

Authorities say he approached the 27-year-old victim just after 2:30 p.m. at 917 Broadway.

He pretended to have a weapon, took her phone and then fled northbound on a moped.

The woman was uninjured, according to police.

Authorities say the man was last seen wearing a black hoodie, gray sweatpants and white sneakers.

Anyone with information is urged to call 1-800-577-TIPS.

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