Crime & Safety

Delivery Driver Attacked Outside His Car: Nassau Police

Police say three men attacked the driver, then stole his keys and cash before they fled.

NEW CASSEL, NY — Nassau County police are searching for three men who robbed a delivery driver in New Cassel on New Year's Eve.

A 61-year-old man was making a food delivery on Brook Street at 8:40 p.m. when police said he was approached by three men. The men tried to get into his car, but couldn't. They then threw the man to the ground and kicked him, police said. They stole his keys and cash before fleeing, police said.

All three men were wearing black masks. The victim refused medical attention.

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Police are asking anyone with information about this incident to call Nassau County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-244-TIPS. All callers will remain anonymous.

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