Friday, July 12, 2013

Suspect Sought in Attempted Robbery

July 12, 2013




Suspect Sought in Attempted Robbery

The Richmond Police Department needs the public’s help to identify the man in the attached photos who is wanted in connection to an attempted robbery this week.

Wednesday, at approximately 10 a.m., the man entered the CVS Pharmacy at 6807 Forest Hill Avenue and presented employees with a note announcing the robbery. Employees did not give the suspect anything and the suspect left the store.

The suspect is described as a black male, mid to late 20's to early 30's, approximately five feet eight inches tall and weighing approximately 165 pounds. He was last seen wearing a green Oakland A's baseball cap, an orange shirt and dark shorts.

Anyone with information about this suspect or about this crime is asked to call Crime Stoppers anonymously at 780-1000. Citizens can also text Crime Stoppers at 274637, using the key word “ITip” followed by your tip.