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Police say they have now arrested five teens in connection with Thursday’s
gang assault and robbery in Crown Heights that left a 15-year-old girl
injured.
The attack caught on surveillance video happened at the intersection of
Utica Avenue and Sterling Place.
The NYPD has arrested two 14-year-olds, plus three others, ages 15, 16 and
17. They are each facing two charges for robbery and gang assault.
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Police say around 4 p.m. more than a dozen teens jumped the 15-year-old girl
. Surveillance video appears to show the group punching and kicking her
several times. Police say the attackers stole her sneakers, cellphone and
debit card.
The victim was taken to a hospital with bruising and swelling to her face
but has since been released.
Investigators have not released details on why the group allegedly attacked
the girl, but added that they are looking to make more arrests in the case.
Community leader Tony Herbert said the victim is his niece. Herbert says he
and other community leaders are planning a rally for later today at the
corner of Utica Avenue and Sterling Place to denounce the violence. |
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