NEW ROCHELLE, NY (December 23, 2024) — On December 21st, 2024 the New Rochelle Police Department received a report of a carjacking that occurred on Bridge Street. The incident involved a 21-year-old female resident of New Rochelle who was forcibly removed from her vehicle by unknown assailants.
At approximately 2:24pm on December 21st, the victim was waiting in her parked car for a friend when she was approached by at least two suspects. The perpetrators forcibly ejected the woman from her vehicle before stealing it and fleeing the scene. The victim reported that there may have been up to two additional suspects involved in the incident.
The victim was able to provide a limited description of one suspect, noting that he was wearing a bright-colored jacket.
New Rochelle Police detectives are working diligently to gather more detailed descriptions and any available surveillance footage from the area.
Investigators 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.
The connection between these events is currently under investigation.
The New Rochelle Police Department urges residents to remain vigilant and take precautions to ensure their safety, especially when alone in vehicles.
“We recommend keeping doors locked, being aware of your surroundings, and reporting any suspicious activity immediately,” said police.
“Anyone with information related to this incident or the suspects involved, is strongly encouraged to contact the New Rochelle Police Department at 914-654-2300.
Anonymous tips can be submitted through our confidential tip line at 914-632-COPS.