Crime Stoppers

Fifth Squad detectives are investigating two unusual incidents that occurred in Elmont on October 13th at 7:00 P.M. and 19th at 6:30 P.M.


Detectives report that on 10/13/10 at 7:00P.M. a male subject operating an older model, box like, dark colored, small SUV with lightly tinted windows, while in his vehicle on Doherty Ave./Surprise St., slowed down and requested a male victim, 14, to get into to his car. The victim fled and the subject made a left turn onto Surprise St.

Additionally, on 10/19/10 at 6:30 P.M., a male subject operating a similarly described vehicle, while driving on Benson Ave./Johnson Ave. requested a different male victim, 14, to get into his car. The victim fled the scene and the subject drove down Johnson Ave.

No injuries were reported.

The subject is described as a male black in his late 20’s to early 30’s, medium complexion, short dark hair, thin build, unshaven, and spoke in an effeminate voice.

Detectives ask anyone with information regarding this crime to contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-244-TIPS. All callers will remain anonymous.