Queens detectives are currently on the lookout for two armed robbers who shot and injured a man inside a store on Friday night. The incident took place at approximately 6:45 p.m. on November 8 at 32-78 Steinway St. in Astoria, as reported by law enforcement sources.
According to the initial investigation, the two unidentified suspects forcefully entered the store and proceeded to throw the victim, a 40-year-old man, to the ground. They then proceeded to shoot the victim multiple times, causing injuries to his leg and torso. Additionally, the perpetrators took the victim’s watch before fleeing the scene on foot in an unknown direction.
Upon receiving the report, officers from the 114th Precinct promptly responded to the incident. The victim was swiftly transported to Elmhurst Hospital by EMS and is currently in stable condition. As of now, no arrests have been made in connection to this case, and the investigation is ongoing.
Individuals with any relevant information about the shooting are encouraged to contact Crime Stoppers at 800-577-TIPS. Alternatively, tips can be submitted online at crimestoppers.nypdonline.org or via X (formerly Twitter) @NYPDTips. It is important to note that all calls and messages will be treated with confidentiality.
According to the most recent CompStat report, the 114th Precinct has recorded just five shootings year-to-date as of November 3, a significant decrease from the 22 incidents reported at the same time last year. However, there has been an increase in robberies, with a 14.3% rise from 230 to 263 incidents.
The authorities are urging anyone with information that may assist in resolving this case to come forward and help bring the perpetrators to justice. The safety and security of the community are of utmost importance, and cooperation from the public can play a vital role in ensuring a swift and effective resolution to such criminal incidents.
