NEWBURGH -- The Town of Newburgh Police Department is investigating an armed robbery that occurred at about 9:45 p.m. on July 1 on the rear access road of the Newburgh Mall.

The male victim had just left work at the mall and had car problems as he was leaving the mall property, Town Police said.

He pulled his car to the side of the roadway and got out to check the engine. While he was checking under the hood he was approached by two men who asked him if he needed any help. He told them he didn’t and he turned back to work on his vehicle.

One of the men then pulled a black handgun and demanded cash. The victim complied and the robbers fled the area.

The first suspect is described as a black male, 20 to 30 years old, about five-feet, eight inches tall and 130 pounds. He was wearing dark clothing.

The second suspect is described as a black male, about 20 to 30 years of age, about six feet tall, and weighing about 160 pounds. He was wearing dark clothing, a black doo rag and a large hoop earring in his right ear.

Anyone with information should call the Town of Newburgh Police at (845)564-1100 or CRIME STOPPERS at (845)566-TIPS. Information leading to an arrest will result in cash rewards.