Robbery Squad Detectives report the details of an Attempted Robbery that occurred at 2:14 am on Sunday, April 23, 2023, in Valley Stream.
According to Detectives, a male black, wearing a black hoodie, black pants, and a mask entered the BP gas station, 1200 Rockaway Avenue. The subject then approached the register where the 25-year-old male victim was working, and displayed what appeared to be a black pistol and point it in the direction of the victim. The victim, fearing for his life, locked himself in the bathroom located behind the register and called for police assistance. The subject fled the store on foot shortly after the victim locked himself in the bathroom and there was no loss reported.
Detective’s request anyone with information regarding the above incidents to contact Nassau County crime Stoppers at 1-800-244-TIPS or call 911. All callers will remain anonymous.