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Man accused of stealing $1.6M bucket of gold flakes may be in Orlando, NY police say

NEW YORK — The New York Police Department has released surveillance video of a suspect wanted in connection with a daring burglary.

Police say the man began casing an armored vehicle at a stop near Sixth Avenue and West 48th Street about 4:30 p.m. Sept. 29. Later, he reportedly walked up and stole a 90-pound bucket of gold flakes worth $1.6 million off the truck while the guards were making another pickup.

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Authorities say the suspect is a Hispanic male, about 5 feet 6 inches tall and 150 pounds. He was last seen wearing what’s in this video.

New York police told ABC news the man might be in Orlando or Miami.

Anyone with information is asked to call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477).

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