A disturbing act of violence in Canarsie, Brooklyn, has raised alarm among residents after a 73-year-old woman was assaulted and robbed inside a neighborhood tire shop.
Police said the victim was approached by a man armed with a weapon. During the confrontation, she was shoved and dragged before the suspect stole her cellphone and fled the scene.
Authorities confirmed that while the woman suffered trauma from the attack, she did not require hospitalization. Nonetheless, the incident has left the community deeply unsettled.
Local residents voiced frustration and fear over the growing trend of crimes against seniors. “It’s unthinkable that someone would target an elderly woman in this way. We need stronger protections in our community,” said one Canarsie resident.
The New York Police Department (NYPD) has launched an investigation and is reviewing surveillance footage from nearby businesses in an effort to identify the suspect. Officials have urged anyone with information to contact police immediately.
Community leaders have renewed calls for enhanced police patrols and safety measures, particularly in commercial areas where older residents are more vulnerable to opportunistic attacks.
The assault adds to broader concerns over public safety in New York City, with advocacy groups stressing that elderly citizens are disproportionately impacted by robberies and street violence.
