NYPD Release Video Of Armed Robber On Ave U

Authorities have released video of a November 18 armed robbery on Avenue U, hoping residents will assist in finding the perp.

According to NY1, which posted the video here, the man walked into a business at 1204 Avenue U last month, jumped the counter and pressed a gun to the victim’s head. The victim turned over an unknown amount of cash from the register.

The suspect is described as 25 to 30 years old, 5-feet-10-inches and about 220 pounds.

Anyone with information on the case should contact the Crime Stoppers hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS, or text CRIMES and then enter TIP577, or visit www.nypdcrimestoppers.com.