Woman Hospitalized After Violent Robbery In Ramapo: PD

RAMAPO, NY — A woman was seriously injured during a knife-point robbery and assault in the Hillcrest area of town Monday night, police said.

Det. Sgt. Michael Higgins said the attack happened around 10:45 p.m. Monday on East Hickory Street.

The victim told police she was approached by an unidentified man wearing a mask and dark clothing. The man threatened her with a knife and robbed her before fleeing the area, police said.

The woman sustained “serious” injuries during the robbery and was taken to a local hospital, where she was listed in stable condition as of Tuesday afternoon, according to police.

The attack remains under investigation, and police are seeking tips from the public.

Anyone with information about the suspect or the robbery is urged to contact the Ramapo Police Department at 845-357-2400.