Suspect's dog bites man during robbery in the Bronx: NYPD
THE BRONX, N.Y. (PIX11) – A man was attacked by a dog and robbed in the Bronx on Nov. 18, according to the NYPD.
It happened near Villa Avenue and Bedford Park Boulevard around 6:10 p.m. The 53-year-old victim was approached by a man and a dog, police said.
The suspect then let his dog bite the victim before stealing his phone, according to authorities.
The victim refused medical treatment at the scene. The suspect fled to parts unknown.
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