What happened to influencer Moshe Haimoff? Surveillance video shows violent robbery in Queens

Social media influencer and luxury watch dealer Moshe Haimoff became the victim of a robbery in Queens, New York, according to multiple reports. The incident took place last week outside Haimoff's home, as he was walking toward his car in the morning.

He was then confronted by a man who was dressed in a construction outfit and a mask to hide his identity. The robber was also reportedly carrying a stun gun, according to the footage seen in the surveillance camera.

Describing what happened, Haimoff shared

"He shoots the gun, hits me in my leg, my right leg. The one, the second bolt, missed, and hit my belt"

The watch dealer also revealed that there were three men involved, continuing the statement:

"Within 30 seconds, they took my watch, they took chains off my neck. Now, my chain has a logo that says 'Watch King.' The logo they threw back at me"

In another statement, Moshe said:

"They ripped the chain off my neck. They took the watch on my left hand. They took three bracelets from my right hand."

The suspects reportedly stole jewelry worth $550,000 during the incident. According to CBS News, a third man, involved in the robbery, drove the getaway vehicle after the attack on Moshe.

The NYPD is still working on the case, but so far, no one has been caught or taken into custody.

Moshe Haimoff says he was 'targeted'

Moshe Haimoff, famous by the name The Watch King, has over 1.6 million followers on Instagram. Talking about the robbery, Moshe Haimoff said he believed he was specifically targeted, as the robbers didn’t approach his neighbor, who had left just a few minutes earlier, suggesting they were watching and waiting for him.

On the other hand, he also showed his gratitude for his life in a statement saying:

"God gave me a second chance at life and I'm grateful. It could have been worse, could have been way worse"

Continuing the statement describing his future plans, he said:

"I'm just gonna go stronger and better. I'm gonna keep on putting [out] content. I'm gonna keep on talking about what I do. I'm gonna keep on going, and, you know, they are not going to stop me from doing what my goal is"

Moshe Haimoff is reportedly hoping that if the robbers try to sell the stolen items, people will check the serial numbers and report it to the police or insurance. Additionally, he has also invested in more security to protect himself and his property in the future.

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