Around 11 A.M. on Friday, May 2nd, a 53-year-old man had just parked his vehicle near Gerard Avenue and E. 157th Street. What the gentleman didn’t know was that three men were lurking nearby, ready to strike.
As the victim exited his car, three males jumped him. One of the males flashed what the victim described as a black firearm, while the other two men grabbed at a bag the victim was holding. According to investigators, that bag was filled with around $12,500 in cash.
The three men jumped into a car, which the victim described as a white Lexus. The men took off toward River Avenue. The victim called the authorities who are still investigating what happened. Anyone with information related to this incident can anonymously report their information to Crime Stoppers at (800) 577-TIPS.
Tips are extremely useful in police investigations, and they have contributed to the 23% drop in robberies in the Bronx’s 44th Precinct. Statistics show that there were 40 more robberies in the same period of time last year than there have been this year so far.
The victim was not harmed in the robbery, which took place just two blocks away from Yankee Stadium. Investigators were able to obtain photographs of the suspects. The suspects are all described as being in their late 20s and around 5’7” to 5’10”. One of the men was spotted wearing a green mask with black spots and a dark blue or black hoodie.
Robbery in New York
In New York, robbery charges are often complex. The severity of your situation typically depends on a variety of factors like the value of the stolen goods, any aggravating factors like violence or using a firearm, and your personal criminal history.
The most severe charge you could face is robbery in the first degree, which is categorized as a violent class B felony. This type of crime comes with a minimum sentence of five years in prison and a maximum sentence of 25 years. Robbery in the third degree, while less serious, still comes with substantial penalties. This class D felony could result in a minimum of 2.75 years in prison and a maximum of 7 years behind bars.
If you have a prior record or your case involved aggravating factors, then expect your sentence to be increased. Unfortunately, getting convicted of a felony offense has lifelong consequences even after you serve out prison time. Convicted felons are barred from legally possessing firearms, voting, or holding public office.
The only way to prevent these consequences is to avoid being convicted. To increase your chances of a favorable legal outcome, it makes the most sense to hire a quality criminal defense attorney who can help you navigate your situation. The right lawyer will be able to develop a customized legal strategy based on the facts surrounding the alleged crime.
Schedule a free, no-obligation phone call with our team of New York City criminal defense attorneys today to discuss your legal situation in more detail.
