Suspect Wanted for West Hempstead 4th of July Mugging

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The Fourth Squad is investigating a Robbery that occurred on Saturday, July 04, 2015 at 4:15 am in West Hempstead.

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West Hempstead, NY - July 6th, 2015 - The Fourth Squad is investigating a Robbery that occurred on Saturday, July 04, 2015 at 4:15 am in West Hempstead.

According to detectives, a 25 year old male victim was sitting inside his vehicle on Rose Avenue when a male black subject with dark skin, approximately 5’10” tall, slim build approached the vehicle and opened the passenger door.

The subject pointed what appeared to be a handgun and demand money and property. The subject then reached over the seat and took the victims’ cell phone. The subject then told the victim to drive away.  The victim complied and once he was safely away called police.

Detectives request anyone with information regarding this crime to call Nassau County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-244-TIPS. All callers will remain anonymous.