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Man threatened with gun and robbed of jewelry in Soundview

The victim sustained minor injuries but did not go to the hospital.

Caithlin Pena

Aug 26, 2025, 6:25 AM

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Police say a man was threatened with a gun and his jewelry was taken by thieves in Soundview.

The incident happened on Aug. 24 at 11:35 a.m. in front of 1656 Bruckner Blvd. Three people approached the 40-year-old man and snatched his chain and bracelet. One of the thieves took out a firearm and verbally threatened the victim before running away toward Stratford Avenue.

The victim sustained minor injuries but did not go to the hospital.

Anyone with information is asked to call the NYPD's Crime Stoppers Hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477).

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