Crime

Police seek 7 in attack on teen

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Police are looking for seven teenagers in connection with an assault that happened on Merrick Road on July 1.

Two 14-year-old boys were riding their bikes at 10 p.m. when they were approached by the group. The suspects spoke to one of the boys before they began punching him. The other teen fled on his bicycle. The attackers removed the victim’s sweatpants and one sneaker before they fled in a dark colored vehicle, police said. No injuries were reported.

The suspects were described as black males between the ages of 17 and 19. Police ask that anyone with information about the incident contact Nassau County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-244-TIPS. All callers will remain anonymous.