ASTORIA, NY — Police are searching for a suspect who is wanted for an attempted robbery in front of a Queens bank last month.
The incident happened in front of 22-59 31 Street in Astoria around 8 p.m., police said.
A 33-year-old woman was approached from behind by the suspect who tried to steal a necklace off her neck.
The attempt proved to be unsuccessful, and the suspect fled the scene on foot.
The victim suffered minor injuries and refused medical attention at the scene.
The NYPD released photos of the suspect on Thursday.
No arrests have been made.
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