Midtown Manhattan, NY – Two teenage boys were injured during an armed robbery inside a busy Manhattan subway station on Friday afternoon, prompting an active search for additional suspects. The incident occurred during peak hours, raising renewed concerns about public safety in New York City’s transit system. Police confirmed that at least one suspect has been taken into custody while the investigation continues.
Incident Overview
According to authorities, the robbery unfolded inside the 47–50 Sts–Rockefeller Center subway station, a major transit hub in Midtown Manhattan that serves thousands of commuters daily. Investigators say multiple individuals were involved in the robbery, which escalated when weapons were displayed in the crowded station.
The victims were identified as two male teenagers, ages 17 and 14, who were approached and robbed inside the station. During the encounter, the suspects allegedly brandished both a knife and a firearm, intensifying the seriousness of the crime.
Timeline of Events
Police report that the incident occurred at approximately 3:13 p.m. on Friday, a time when foot traffic in the station is typically heavy due to school dismissals and the early evening commute. Officers responded quickly to the scene after receiving emergency calls reporting an armed robbery in progress.
Transit officers and NYPD units secured the station area, assessed the victims’ injuries, and began canvassing for suspects shortly after the incident was reported.
Details From Police and Officials
Authorities confirmed that the teenagers suffered minor injuries during the robbery. While the injuries were not considered life-threatening, both victims required medical evaluation following the incident…