Robbery, assault… Cases in Brooklyn subway stations are frequent

In recent weeks, incidents at Brooklyn subway stations have surged, raising alarm among local residents. On the morning of October 18, a 21-year-old man became a victim of an armed robbery on the N train at Sunset Park, where he was threatened with a gun and had $350 stolen. Just a day earlier, on October 17, a separate incident occurred at the Bay Ridge Avenue station on the R train, where a man was stabbed in the left eye. As of now, authorities are still searching for two suspects in that case, and it remains unclear if the two events are connected.

According to police officers from the 72nd precinct, the robbery on the N train happened when the suspect brandished a firearm, demanding cash from the victim. After taking the money, the robber exited the train at the next stop, leaving law enforcement without leads on his whereabouts.

Following the incident, the victim reported the robbery to subway staff immediately, but by the time police responded, the suspect had already fled. Officers are currently following up on the case but have no new updates to share.

Earlier that same morning, at approximately 4:29 a.m., the Bay Ridge Avenue station was the scene of a violent attack. A 30-year-old man was waiting on the platform for the R train when he was approached and stabbed in the eye during an altercation. Fortunately, after being taken to NYU Langone Hospital-Brooklyn, he was reported to be in stable condition. Despite a swift arrival by officers from the 68th precinct, no suspects were apprehended at the scene. On October 19, police released surveillance footage showing the assailant wearing an Amazon work vest and a Dragon Ball Z hoodie.

Authorities have not confirmed any connection between the two incidents but are urging anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers at (800) 577-TIPS (8477), visit the Crime Stoppers website at www.nypdcrimestopper.com, or reach out on social media @NYPDTips. Tips can also be submitted through the Crime Stoppers mobile app “CS-NYC,” with guarantees of complete confidentiality.