Two men, 23, are arrested for robbing controversial NYC ‘bling bishop’ as he livestreamed a sermon

Two young men were arrested early Wednesday morning for the robbery of the flashy and controversial Brooklyn Bishop Lamor Whitehead, which was caught on camera in July.

Juwan Anderson and Say-Quan Pollack, both 23, have been charged with federal robberies for allegedly storming into the church and pulling guns on Whitehead while he was delivering a sermon that was being streamed.

The thieves reportedly made off with more than $400.00 worth of bling from the ostentatious Bishop.

Two of the men who carried out the robbery, both 23, were arrested on Wednesday and charged

Initially, it was speculated by some that Whitehead played a role in organizing the robbery, but insiders close to the investigation say this is not the case.

Whitehead told the Daily News on Wednesday that he is “extremely happy” that two of the alleged robbers have been arrested.

“My wife cried when she heard the news. We are awaiting the arrest of the latter so that we can move on with our lives,” he added.

Rolls-Royce’s riding bishop was robbed while speaking to his congregation on July 24 as the men stormed into the Leaders of Tomorrow International Ministries in Brooklyn, New York.

Whitehead has been the target of speculation that the robbery was staged, but The news reports that a source close to the investigation said there was no indication that the bishop was involved in the robbery.

Authorities believe the bishop was targeted because he was known for wearing ostentatious, expensive jewelry on the pulpit.

“This makes the whole story clear that I had something to do with this crime,” Whitehead said.

He said he will attend the federal court hearing in Brooklyn for the two defendants scheduled for Wednesday afternoon.

Two suspects were arrested early Wednesday for allegedly robbing Whitehead during a sermon he was streaming live at his Brooklyn congregation. A third participant in the robbery has not yet been arrested

Bishop Lamor Whitehead to Arrive in Brooklyn Federal Court for Two Suspects Who Allegedly Robbed Him While Streaming a Service in July

The humble church at 922 Remsen Ave. in Brooklyn is near other restaurants and studios

Whitehead founded his Brooklyn-based ministry in March 2014, registered as a for-profit corporation.

Whitehead seen here wearing a Gucci blazer in his Roll Royce

Whitehead previously spent five years in prison on charges of identity theft and grand theft, although he has been linked to New York City Mayor Eric Adams since 2013.

Whitehead showed off his display of Fendi and Gucci jackets along with his ‘priestly robes and more’

Just weeks after the robbery, Whitehead defied fate by posting a tour of his “prayer cabinet,” which could double as a designer warehouse.

The Bishop showcased his extensive collection of designer items, including a number of Gucci and Fendi blazers and an important collection of designer shoes.

Whitehead was recently charged with stealing the life-saving assets of one of his congregation members, according to a separate lawsuit in Brooklyn detailed by the NY Post.

Pauline Anderson, 56, accused Whitehead of persuading her to hand over her $90,000 savings on the understanding that he would then buy her a house and renovate it.

The bishop also said he would pay the woman $100 a month because the savings were her only source of income.

But the monthly stipend was paid only once, and Whitehead eventually stopped responding to questions from Anderson about the status of her home.

He later allegedly told the woman that he had invested her money in his business and was under no obligation to return it to her.

The spiritual leader previously spent five years behind bars on charges of identity theft and grand theft.

But a jail sentence and public robbery haven’t stopped him from bonding with New York Mayor Eric Adams and generally continuing his extravagant lifestyle.