This just in from Public Safety. As always, Bwog suggests you remain vigilant and secure your valuables.

pickpocketOn October 18, 2006, between the hours of 7:00 p.m. and 7:35 p.m., the suspect described below, robbed or attempted to rob four different victims.  Three of the crimes occurred on W. 112 St. between Riverside Drive and Amsterdam Ave. and the fourth occurred on W. 113 St. and Morningside Drive.

The suspect approached the victims, stated he had a gun and demanded money.  Following the last robbery, the suspect fled into Morningside Park. 

The suspect is described as:

Male/black/15-17 years/thin build/ medium complexion/clean shaven/5’6”-5’8”/

Last seen wearing a tan pullover shirt with a dark stripe across the chest, blue jeans torn at the knees, wearing a small backpack. 

If you have any information concerning these crimes, contact the 26Pct. Detective Unit at 212-678-1351-52 or 53.  If you see anyone fitting this description, call 911 immediately.