Bushwick Man Pepper-Sprayed In His Apartment During Failed Robbery Attempt

Jen Chung

Published Jul 7, 2015

Modified Jul 7, 2015

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Police are looking for two men accused of trying to rob a Brooklyn man—and using pepper spray in the process.

According to the NYPD, this happened last Tuesday, June 30, at around 11:48 a.m. in Bushwick: Two males knocked on a 39-year-old man's apartment door. When the resident opened the door, police say one suspect "used pepper spray on the victim. They then entered the apartment, assaulted the victim, and fled empty handed upon realizing others were inside."

Here's video of the pair:

Anyone with information is asked to call Crime Stoppers at (800) 577-TIPS (8477). The public can also submit their tips by logging onto Crime Stoppers' website at www.nypdcrimestoppers.com or by texting their tips to CRIMES (274637), then enter TIP577.