Crime & Safety
Teen Robbed by Gun, Knife-Wielding Duo on Oceanside Road
Suspects on the loose after Thursday night robbery.

A 16-year-old boy was robbed at gunpoint Thursday night in Oceanside.
According to Nassau County detectives, around 9:30 p.m., the teen was walking northbound on Oceanside Road when was approached by two males in a late model, silver-colored Nissan Sentra.Â
After the suspects exited the vehicle, police said the first suspect displayed a gun and asked the teen what was in his bag. The second suspect then displayed a dark handle knife.Â
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The teen handed over his bag which contained a cell phone. Police said the suspects removed the phone and fled in the vehicle, last seen turning southbound on Long Beach Road.
No injuries were reported.
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The first suspect is described as a white male, approximately 20-25 years of age, with a medium build.
The second suspect is described as a Hispanic male, approximately 20-25 years of age, also with a medium build.
Detectives ask anyone with information about this crime to contact Nassau County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-244-TIPS. All callers will remain anonymous.
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