Suspect Sought in Commercial Robbery

December 12, 2015

The Richmond Police Department is asking for the public’s help to identify a suspect in a robbery that occurred today at a gas station convenience store in Richmond. Detectives believe this same suspect is possibly responsible for several similar robberies that have occurred from Richmond to Washington D.C.

At approximately 12:35 p.m., a male entered the Circle K convenience store, located at the Exxon gas station at 2753 W. Broad St.  The male brandished a handgun and stole cash from the employee.

He fled on foot. There were no injuries.

The suspect is described as a white male, 35-40 years old, approximately six feet tall and weighs approximately 150-160 pounds. He has brown hair and short facial hair. His photo is attached.

Anyone who has information about this person is asked to call Third Precinct Detective Jack Larry at (804) 646-1647 or Crime Stoppers at 780-1000. Citizens can also text Crime Stoppers at 274637, using the key word “ITip” followed by your tip. Both Crime Stoppers methods are anonymous.