Harlem Robbery: NYPD Officer Assaulted by Suspect After Chain Snatching!
A New York City police officer is recovering after being punched in the face by a robbery suspect. The incident occurred early Saturday morning as police were on the lookout for a suspect wanted for a robbery near Lenox Avenue and 125th Street in Harlem.
Around 1 a.m., the suspect, along with another man, had been inside a check-cashing business. During the robbery, the suspect managed to snatch a chain from a man’s neck. As he left the store, the suspect was confronted by a female police officer.
In a sudden act of violence, the suspect punched the officer in the face and quickly fled the scene. The attack prompted a large police response, with officers swarming the area in search of the suspect.
The search paid off when officers located the suspect hiding under a car on 126th Street, just one block away from the robbery scene. He was taken into custody, and charges against him are currently pending.
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The officer involved in the incident is receiving medical attention and is expected to recover from the injuries sustained. The swift action of the police in apprehending the suspect highlights their commitment to ensuring the safety and security of the community.