Police Blotter: Two Shootings And a Bank Robbery

A few incidents over the weekend in the 79^th and 81^st Precincts:

• On Thursday, May 5, at approximately 6:37 pm, police within the confines of the 79^th precinct were called to 896 Park Ave in regards to a male shot in the back. The victim was listed as not likely to die. However, by 6:45 the victim’s condition had worsened so quickly and so much so, his state was downgraded to “likely to expire.” At 7:01 pm, the victim went into traumatic arrest (died).
• On Friday, May 6, at approximately 1:02 pm police within the confines of the 81^st precinct were called to Broadway and Wythe Avenues following a bank robbery. The perpetrators fled the scene in a two-door silver vehicle. Investigation is ongoing.
• On Saturday, May 7, at approximately 1:00 pm, police within the confines of the 81^st Precinct were called to Decatur Street  and Albany Avenue in response to a reports of a males shot. ESU were requested for an evidence search
• On Sunday, May 8, at approximately 2:56 am, police in the confines of the 79^th precinct were called to Myrtle Ave  and Tompkins Avenue for an evidence search. No further details were provided.

Anyone with information on the whereabouts of anyone connected with any of these incidents is asked to call the New York City Police Department's Crime Stoppers Hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS. All calls are kept confidential.

The public can also submit its tips by logging onto the Crime Stoppers website at www.nypdcrimestoppers.com or texting 274637 (crimes) then enter TIP577.