Crime & Safety

Hewlett Store Robbed at Knifepoint

The incident occurred Monday morning, police say.

Police are searching for a man who robbed a Hewlett store at knifepoint on Monday morning.

According to police, the man entered Jaclyn’s Card and Gift Shop located at 1753 Peninsula Boulevard around 9:30 a.m., displayed a large knife and demanded cash from a 44-year old-male employee.

After the employee complied, the robber grabbed cigarettes and lottery tickets before exiting the store in an unknown direction. No injuries were reported.

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The robber was described as 5-foot-9 with a medium build. He was wearing dark glasses and a black mask that covered his nose and mouth, police said.

Police are asking that anyone with information regarding the robbery contact the Nassau County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-244-TIPS. All callers will remain anonymous.

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