Elderly Man, 70, Attacked and Robbed of $5K in Jewelry in Broad Daylight on Staten Island

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — The New York City Police Department is searching for a suspect involved in a violent, broad-daylight robbery that targeted a senior citizen on Staten Island. The incident, which took place in late May 2025, left a 70-year-old man assaulted and robbed of thousands of dollars in personal property.

According to police reports and local sources, the victim was suddenly approached and physically attacked by an unidentified individual. During the course of the assault, the suspect forcibly took jewelry valued at approximately $5,000 from the elderly victim. Following the robbery, the suspect fled the scene in an unknown direction.

First responders arrived at the location shortly after receiving the call. The victim suffered injuries from the assault, though details regarding his immediate medical condition or whether he required hospitalization have not been fully disclosed. The NYPD has launched a full investigation into the incident, collecting surveillance footage from surrounding businesses and residential areas in an effort to identify and locate the perpetrator.

Authorities are urging anyone with information regarding this robbery or the suspect's identity to contact the NYPD's Crime Stoppers Hotline. Calls are kept confidential, and a reward may be offered for information leading to an arrest.