MIDTOWN SOUTH, Manhattan (PIX11) -- A man wanted for allegedly stealing items from unsuspecting New Yorkers was apprehended in Manhattan on Saturday, according to the NYPD.
The man was recognized by members of the NYPD Patrol Borough Midtown South Pickpocket Team during a patrol of the subways.

Police say they discovered 45 stolen cards and a ghost gun with a high-capacity magazine during the arrest.
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