New Haven police are investigating an armed robbery that occurred on Thursday, October 8, 2026, in the city of New Haven, Connecticut. The incident took place around 8:05 p.m. on the 700 block of Whalley Avenue. According to New Haven Police spokesperson Officer Christian Bruckhart, two individuals traveled to the location with the intention of purchasing a dirt bike. During the transaction, one of the buyers handed cash to a male suspect who was in possession of the motorcycle. Instead of completing the sale, the suspect brandished a firearm and reclaimed the dirt bike. At the same time, a second suspect emerged from nearby bushes and also pulled out a gun, threatening the victims. The two suspects fled the scene with the dirt bike and the money. Police are currently searching for the two male suspects, who remain at large. The New Haven Police Department is urging anyone with information regarding the identities of the suspects or the location of the stolen dirt bike to come forward. Residents are advised to exercise caution when conducting private sales of high-value items and to meet in safe, public locations. Investigators are reviewing evidence from the scene and are asking the public to assist in identifying the individuals involved in this violent crime. Tips can be directed to the New Haven Police Department through their standard reporting channels or by contacting Officer Bruckhart directly. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities have not yet released specific physical descriptions of the suspects or confirmed if they are known to law enforcement. The victims were not reported to have been physically injured, but the use of firearms during the robbery has elevated the severity of the case. Police continue to seek the public's assistance in bringing the suspects to justice.