URGENT UPDATE: A shocking robbery unfolded early Saturday morning in Brooklyn, where a 73-year-old woman was brutally attacked inside a tire shop. The incident occurred at approximately 8:40 AM at the JC Tires Shop, located near Rockaway Parkway and Avenue N, according to the NYPD.
The assailant, described as a man in a green jacket and camouflage pants, confronted the unsuspecting victim, snatching her phone before violently pushing her to the ground. Witnesses reported that he then kicked her multiple times and brandished a firearm, threatening her life in a terrifying display of violence.
Following the attack, the suspect fled southbound on Rockaway Parkway. Fortunately, the victim received immediate medical attention at the scene and did not require hospitalization. Authorities have released surveillance footage of the suspect, urging anyone with information to come forward.
This incident is part of a disturbing trend targeting elderly residents in New York City. Just days before, Jamel McGriff, a career criminal, allegedly confessed to murdering and burning an elderly couple inside their home in Queens. His chilling admission, “I don’t give a f–k. I killed them,” has left the community in shock.
In another alarming case, Servin Maradiaga, 43, was charged with sexually assaulting a sleeping 71-year-old woman in Brooklyn on August 30. These incidents highlight an urgent need for increased safety measures to protect vulnerable populations in the city.
Authorities are working diligently to apprehend the suspect in the tire shop robbery. The NYPD is calling on the public to assist in identifying the assailant, as the safety of the community hangs in the balance.
With the rise in violent crimes against seniors, residents are urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities. This latest attack underscores the critical need for community awareness and action in the face of escalating violence.
Stay tuned for updates as this story develops.
