Strong Arm Robbery - Community Advisory

On July 10, 2012, at approximately 11:45 a.m., Takoma Park Police responded to the 1300 block of University Boulevard for reports of a strong arm robbery that had occurred. The victim met with a purported seller from Craig's List to purchase property. The victim met with the suspect and after exchanging the property for money, the suspect grabbed the property back, pushed the victim and fled on foot towards southbound New Hampshire Avenue. The suspect is described as a black male, 5'9, 130-150 lbs., last seen wearing a black sweatshirt, black hat and blue jeans.
Investigation continues under case #12033505. Anyone with information about this crime is asked to please call us at 301.270.1100.

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