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2 teens busted in NYC carjacking rampage that ended with one menace trying to run over a cop: NYPD
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A carjacking spree occurred in Brooklyn, starting around 7:40 p.m. on Thursday, where two 16-year-olds cornered a 24-year-old man and attempted to rob him at gunpoint.
The victim escaped, and the teens continued their rampage, eventually attempting to run over a cop before being caught around 8:40 p.m.
- Two menacing teens were busted in a wild armed Brooklyn carjacking spree late Thursday – that ended with one of them attempting to mow down a cop, police said.
- when the two 16-year-olds cornered a 24-year-old man on East 16th Street near Avenue P in Homecrest, flashed a gun and tried to rob him, authorities said.
- But the quick-thinking victim took off and left them empty-handed, police said.
Key Takeaways
- Two 16-year-old teens were arrested in a Brooklyn carjacking spree
- The spree began around 7:40 p.m. on Thursday
- The victim escaped, leaving the teens empty-handed
- The suspects were caught around 8:40 p.m.
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- Right: Cops eventually caught up to the brazen carjacker around 8:40 p.m. and tried to stop him by blocking the street, authorities said.
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- The teens will face charges related to the carjacking spree
Why It Matters
The incident highlights the need for increased safety measures in Brooklyn
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- Sep 10NY Post: Cops eventually caught up to the brazen carjacker around 8:40 p.m. and tried to stop him by blocking the street, authorities said.
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