The NYPD is searching for three men who robbed a Bed-Stuy smoke shop and beat two employees.

Police say the robbery happened around 6 p.m. Tuesday at Franklin Convenience.

The men forced the male employees, 17 and 21, into a private office inside 311 Franklin Ave. where they confiscated and damaged their cellphones.

Authorities say the robbers struck the 21-year-old in the face with a gun.

The men stole merchandise, a checkbook and approximately $2,600 from a safe and cash register.

Police say they ran from the scene, traveling northbound on Franklin Avenue.

Both victims sustained pain and bruising from the attack.

The NYPD urges anyone with information to call its Crime Stoppers Hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477).