STATE ISLAND, N.Y. — Authorities are investigating a report of a violent robbery on Wednesday in Port Richmond.

The incident occurred around 6:40 p.m. at Treadwell and Slaight avenues in Port Richmond, according to a spokeswoman for the NYPD’s Deputy Commissioner of Public Information.

An unknown individual approached and allegedly threatened a 23-year-old man at that location.

The individual used what was described as an imitation gun or taser to strike as an imitation gun or taser to strike the 23-year-old man in the back of the head.

The individual stole the victim’s crossbody bag and wallet before fleeing in an unknown direction.

The suspect is described as a male wearing all-black clothing, including a sweatshirt, sweatpants and sneakers.

EMS treated the victim on the scene.

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