STATE ISLAND, N.Y. \u2014 Authorities are investigating a report of a violent robbery on Wednesday in Port Richmond.<\/p>\n
The incident occurred around 6:40 p.m. at Treadwell and Slaight avenues in Port Richmond, according to a spokeswoman for the NYPD\u2019s Deputy Commissioner of Public Information.<\/p>\n
An unknown individual approached and allegedly threatened a 23-year-old man at that location.<\/p>\n
The individual used what was described as an imitation gun or taser to strike as an imitation gun or taser to strike the 23-year-old man in the back of the head. <\/p>\n
The individual stole the victim\u2019s crossbody bag and wallet before fleeing in an unknown direction.<\/p>\n
The suspect is described as a male wearing all-black clothing, including a sweatshirt, sweatpants and sneakers.<\/p>\n
EMS treated the victim on the scene.<\/p>\n
No arrests have been made and the investigation continues, according to the police spokeswoman.<\/p>\n
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