Crime & Safety
Police: Cops Hunt For Attackers After Four Assault Patchogue Man
Group attempt to rob man before fleeing, police said.
Cops are on the hunt for four individuals who assaulted and attempted to rob a man who was walking at Medford Avenue and Oak Street in Patchogue early Monday morning.
According to the Suffolk County Police, the group approached the victim at 3:55 a.m.asking if he had money. When he said that he didn't, the group assaulted him. Police did not say how badly the victim was injured.
Police were notified and one officer chased after one attackers, but was unable to catch him. A helicopter was involved during the search, police said.
The investigation is ongoing, police said.
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