Livery Driver Shot in Face During Brooklyn Robbery Attempt by Passenger

Near-Fatal Robbery Attempt in Brooklyn

• 🎯 A livery driver was shot in the face during a suspected robbery by a passenger in Brooklyn.
• 💡 The passenger's request to immediately turn back to the pickup location was a red flag, as it was a desolate spot ideal for a robbery.
• 🎭 The suspect was also wearing a ski mask, further indicating malicious intent.

Driver's Brush with Death

• 💥 The driver, Prince Isen, recounts the terrifying moment the gun was pointed at his head at point-blank range.
• ⚡ He made a split-second decision to accelerate, a move he believes saved his life and allowed him to see his family again.
• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Isen, a 54-year-old father of five, thought of his children, the oldest being 10 and the youngest two, during the ordeal.

The Incident and Aftermath

• 📍 The shooting occurred around 1:30 AM in Canarsie at East 101st Street and Flatlands Avenue.
• 🩹 The bullet grazed the driver's cheek, and he immediately drove himself to the hospital while still fleeing.
• 📞 Despite having the suspect's name and communication history, the crime was still committed.

Calls for Action and Reward

• 💰 The New York State Federation of Taxi Drivers is offering a $5,000 reward for information leading to an arrest and conviction.
• ⚖️ They are also urging lawmakers to implement stricter regulations, suggesting it should be illegal for anyone to wear a mask while entering a cab.
• ❓ Police are seeking information on the suspect, who fled on foot, but they do have dash cam footage from the cab.

Driver's Future Uncertainty

• 🤔 The driver, who has lived in New York City for 25 years, is now uncertain about continuing his career as a cab driver and is considering leaving the city.