Knife-Wielding Suspect Robs Brooklyn Taxi Driver, Steals Car and $400 During Early-Morning Dispute

Brooklyn, NY – A taxi driver suffered minor injuries after a passenger allegedly pulled a knife, stole his vehicle, and fled with cash and credit cards during an early-morning robbery in Brooklyn, according to the NYPD.

The robbery happened around 3:45 a.m. Thursday, April 30, near Newport Street and Osborn Street. Investigators said a 49-year-old man was operating his vehicle as a taxi when an unidentified individual ent...