Ocala, Florida — A teen was robbed and stabbed Saturday after he attempted to sell a watch through Snapchat.
The 17-year-old victim told Ocala police that he had agreed to meet with someone who was supposed to purchase a $150 watch he had listed on Snapchat.
According to reports, the victim met up with the would-be buyer(s) at the K-Mart on Silver Springs Boulevard and Northeast 36th Avenue.
The victim stated that when the vehicle arrived, a Hispanic and three black males exited the car.
The men then attempted to rob the teen of the watch, at which time the teen tried to fight off his attackers. Â During the scuffle, the teen was stabbed.
The thieves also got away with the watch.
OPD urges citizens to utilize the E-commerce Exchange Zone they have created for individuals who sell goods online.
Anyone with information about this case is asked to contact the Ocala Police Department at 352-369-7000, Crime Stoppers at 368-STOP, or text 274637 using keyword 368-STOP. Tipsters can also visit www.ocalacrimestoppers.com. Anonymity is guaranteed.