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Customer Punches Pizza Driver, Steals Food Over Delivery Fee In Capital Region, Police Say
A suspect has been arrested in a violent robbery involving a pizza delivery driver in the region.
Nasir Shabazz, age 27, of Albany, was taken into custody Wednesday, Oct. 4, for allegedly attacking a female Domino’s delivery driver in August 2023.
According to Albany Police, the victim delivered pizza to Shabazz’ home near North Pearl Street and Livingston Avenue just before midnight on Tuesday, Aug. 29.
When she informed him of the delivery fee, he allegedly punched the woman in the face several times and stole the food.
The victim suffered pain and swelling in her face.
Shabazz was ch…
Covid-19: These Businesses Are Hiring Workers
Although the novel coronavirus outbreak (COVID-19) has forced employees at non-essential businesses to work from home, while thousands of others have been laid off, some companies are padding their workforce and hiring new employees.
Nationwide, many bars, restaurants, and non-essential businesses voluntarily or were ordered to shutter their doors amid fears of the spread of COVID-19, though the grocery store business continues to boom as area residents stock up on items.
According to multiple reports, ShopRite, Price Chopper, Tops, and Stop & Shop are all in the market for thousands of…