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Shots fired as suspects fail to steal man’s necklace in University Heights

Investigators say the duo approached the 60-year-old victim on University Avenue.

Lauren Pena

May 22, 2026, 7:43 AM

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Police have released photos of two men wanted for a violent attempted robbery that occurred May 11 in University Heights.

Investigators say the duo approached a 60-year-old man on University Avenue around 5:30 a.m.

One of the suspects pointed a gun at the victim, while the other tried to remove his necklace.

A suspect fired his gun before they both fled the scene eastbound in a Hyundai Elantra sedan.

The victim was uninjured, according to police.

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

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