Saturday Afternoon Carjacking: Woman Physically Removed From Her Car

NEW ROCHELLE, NY — Police say a violent carjacking this weekend might be related to an earlier crash involving a stolen car.

The New Rochelle Police Department says that on Saturday afternoon, they received a report of a carjacking that took place on Bridge Street, where a 21-year-old New Rochelle woman was forcibly removed from her vehicle by unknown assailants.

Around 2:24 p.m. on Saturday, the woman was waiting in her parked car for her friend when she was approached by at least two suspects who forcibly ejected her from her car before stealing it and fleeing. The woman told police that there may have been up to two additional suspects involved in the carjacking.

The victim told police that one suspect was wearing a bright-colored jacket. NRPD detectives are working to gather more detailed descriptions from any available surveillance video in the area.

Police say they believe this carjacking may be linked to an earlier incident on the same day, where a stolen vehicle was involved in a collision with two other cars before its occupants fled on foot. They are currently investigating the connection between the two incidents.

New Rochelle police are urging residents to remain vigilant and take precautions to ensure their safety, especially when alone in vehicles. They recommend keeping doors locked, being aware of surroundings, and reporting any suspicious activity immediately.

Anyone with information related to this incident or the suspects involved is encouraged to contact the New Rochelle Police Department at 914-654-2300. Anonymous tips can be submitted through the confidential tip line at 914-632-COPS.