Washington Heights Robbery: Suspect Sought After Teen Threatened With Knife

Police are searching for a suspect who allegedly threatened a 14-year-old boy with a knife and stole a chain in a daytime robbery in Washington Heights.

New York, NY — The NYPD is asking for the public’s help identifying a suspect involved in a robbery targeting a teenage boy Tuesday afternoon in Washington Heights.

The incident happened around 3 p.m. near Academy Street and Sherman Avenue, where a 14-year-old male was approached by an unidentified individual.

Key Points

• A 14-year-old boy was robbed at knifepoint in Washington Heights
• The incident occurred near Academy Street and Sherman Avenue
• Po...