1938 Rockaway Parkway, robbery and assault
URGENT UPDATE: A shocking robbery in Brooklyn left a 73-year-old woman battered and threatened at gunpoint inside a tire shop on Saturday morning. The incident, which occurred around 8:40 AM at the JC Tires Shop near Rockaway Parkway and Avenue N, has raised alarm as it follows a disturbing trend of attacks against elderly residents in New York City.
According to the NYPD, the assailant approached the unsuspecting victim and forcefully shoved her to the ground, snatching her phone during the brutal assault. The robber then repeatedly kicked her and brandished a firearm, directing threats at her as she lay helpless. Witnesses reported seeing the man flee southbound on Rockaway Parkway after the attack.
The victim received immediate medical attention at the scene but was not hospitalized, police confirmed. Surveillance footage of the suspect was released later that evening, showing a man dressed in a green jacket, camouflage pants, a black hat, and a black face mask that hung off his chin, prompting a citywide effort to locate him.
This terrifying incident comes just days after Jamel McGriff, a known criminal, was arrested for the alleged murder and arson of an elderly couple in Queens. Prosecutors reported that McGriff chillingly confessed, stating, “I’ll admit it. I killed them,” highlighting the growing concern for the safety of vulnerable populations in the city.
Additionally, last month, another crime shocked the community when Servin Maradiaga was charged with sexually assaulting a 71-year-old woman in her Brooklyn home, further amplifying fears regarding the safety of the elderly.
Authorities are urging residents to remain vigilant as they investigate this alarming pattern of violence against seniors. The NYPD encourages anyone with information about the incident or the suspect to come forward. As this story develops, the safety of New Yorkers, particularly the elderly, remains a critical concern for law enforcement and community leaders.
Residents are reminded to stay alert and report any suspicious activity to the police. This incident is a stark reminder of the increasing need for community awareness and protective measures for vulnerable individuals.
Stay tuned for updates as police continue their search for the suspect and work to ensure the safety of all residents in Brooklyn and beyond.
