6 men accused of stealing bullet proof vests meant for Ukraine

Saturday, May 7, 2022
EAST VILLAGE, New York City (WABC) -- The NYPD has released photos of six people wanted for allegedly stealing hundreds of bullet proof vests meant for people in Ukraine.


[Ads /]
The suspects are accused of taking 400 donated vests that were being stored at the headquarters of the Ukrainian Congress Committee in the East Village.

The theft happened on March 15. The vests were to be sent to Ukraine, which is now in is third month of fighting off a Russian invasion.

Police are asking if you have more information call the Crime Stoppers tip line at 800-577-TIPS.

ALSO READ | Man confesses to Queens murder, called victim a 'witch' who cursed him: NYPD
[Ads /]
Man confesses to Queens murder, called victim a 'witch': NYPD


----------
* Get Eyewitness News Delivered
* More New York City news
* Send us a news tip
* Download the abc7NY app for breaking news alerts
* Follow us on YouTube
Copyright © 2024 WABC-TV. All Rights Reserved.