Shocking Daylight Attack: Teen Cyclist Robbed and Assaulted by Dirt Bike Duo in Wantagh
Seventh Squad Detectives are investigating a Robbery that occurred on Friday, August 9, 2024 at 12:30 pm in Wantagh.
According to detectives, a male juvenile, 13, was riding his bicycle on Island Road in the vicinity of Jennie Road. The male observed a dirt bike near the entrance of a trail and approached the bike to get a closer look. Two (2) male subjects rode up on dirt bikes and confronted him. The interaction became physical and the first subject punched the victim in the face before pulling him to the ground. The victim tried to defend himself when the second subject punched and kicked him.
Witnesses observed the incident and went to intervene when the first subject took the victim’s backpack. The subjects fled eastbound on Island Road on a green mini dirt bike and a red mini dirt bike.
The victim suffered cuts and bruises to his elbows and left knee. His lip and forehead were swollen. A Nassau County Ambulance responded and treated the victim at the scene.
The first subject is described as a male white, 15-18 years old, with dark hair and an average build. He was wearing a black shirt, grey sweatpants and a black helmet with “Blizzake” on it.
The second subject is described as a male white, 15-18 years old, with an average build. He was wearing a white tee shirt and black shorts.
Detectives request anyone with information regarding the above incident to contact Nassau County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-244-TIPS or call 911.
All callers will remain anonymous.