NYPD searches for 'Midnight Hagler' robbery
The NYPD is seeking information about a knife-wielding moped robber they call the “Midnight Hagler.” The suspects robbed at least 11 people, typically Hispanic men between the ages of 20 and 40, and “negotiated” with the victims about what to steal.
New York City police are investigating a moped-riding, knife-wielding robber dubbed the “Midnight Hagler” for his unique robbery methods, and their arrests are becoming more brazen and violent. claims.
Police say the suspect has targeted 11 victims in Brooklyn and Queens since early November, mostly Hispanic men between the ages of 20 and 40 on their way home from work in the early morning hours.
John Mastronardi, Deputy Chief of the Department's Crimes Against Persons Division told WNBC He said the robbers negotiate in both English and Spanish.
“He has a strange MO. We call him the 'midnight haggler' because he likes to haggle with his victims,” he said. “A lot of times, if the victim creates property that he's willing to part with, he says, 'No, no, no, I don't want that, I want that.' So he gets to make a choice.”
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The New York City Police Department is opening the public's search for the “Midnight Hagler,” a robber who negotiates whatever loot he has with his victims. (New York City Police Department)
Police said the robbers appeared to be most interested in cash and electronics in each incident, which began Nov. 7. In both attacks, he approached the victims on a blue or dark-colored electric scooter and threatened them with a knife to reassure them. Jewelry, phones and other valuables.
The NYPD said the robbers sometimes asked the victims questions to identify them. In one instance, he asked for directions. In another article, he asked the victim if he was a construction worker.
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Police say the robbers have carried out nearly a dozen attacks since early November. He usually approaches his victims on a blue electric scooter and threatens them with a knife. (New York City Police Department)
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Mastronardi said the recent attack on Dec. 10 was the most audacious yet.
“lastly [incident]”The man approached one of the victims and held a knife to his throat,” the detective said.
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So far, there have been no injuries to the suspect's victims.
Crime Stoppers is offering a reward for any information leading to the man's arrest.
