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Police: Man assaulted and robbed at knifepoint in Melrose

The NYPD is asking the public for help identifying a group of suspects wanted for an assault and robbery in Melrose.

News 12 Staff

Aug 31, 2022, 10:17 AM

Updated 833 days ago

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The NYPD is asking the public for help identifying a group of suspects wanted for an assault and robbery in Melrose.
Police say they put a knife to a man’s neck as he was walking along Saint Anne’s Avenue and East 156th Street around 9 a.m. Tuesday.
The group proceeded to punch, kick the victim, then steal his iPhone and wallet.
Police say the victim refused medical attention at the scene.