Last Tuesday night, a 39-year-old man was robbed at gunpoint and robbed of his luxury watch Patek Philippe valued at USD 100,000, right outside the renowned Carbone restaurant in Greenwich Village, New York (United States). The incident occurred around 8:45 p.m., according to local police reports.
New York Post He noted that two criminals, armed and riding a moped-type motorcycle, approached the victim, pressing a firearm against his chest and demanding that he hand over his valuable watch.
After obtaining the high-end piece, the thieves fled quickly, driving north on Thompson Street, sources said. Fortunately, the victim was not injured in the robbery.
According to New York Daily, police are continuing investigations and so far no arrests have been made. Authorities are working to identify and capture those responsible for the theft.
Carbone, a fine-dining Italian restaurant known for its difficult access and popular with celebrities, was the scene of this crime. Despite the seriousness of the incident, neither the restaurant employees nor the management company Major Food Group have issued comments on the matter. It should be noted that getting a reservation at this place can cost between $150 and $450.
Diners at the famous establishment, as well as nearby residents, seem not to have been too surprised by the armed robbery. “That’s New York for you. You have to take care of your watch,” one of the three men joked in statements to New York Post.
