On January 2, 2013, at approximately 11:27 p.m., Takoma Park Police responded to the 7100 block of Cedar Avenue for reports of a citizen armed robbery that occurred at the Takoma Metro. Three victims were walking in the 7100 block of Cedar Avenue when they were approached by two suspects from behind who ordered them to the ground by gunpoint. The victims complied and the suspects took property from the victims. The suspects fled on foot towards Tulip Avenue. The victims were not physically injured. A K-9 track was conducted with negative results. The suspects are described as:
Suspect 1: Black male, medium complexion, 18-25 years old, last seen wearing a black P-coat, dark pants with a gray hat or mask covering the bottom of his face.
Suspect 2: Black male, last seen wearing dark clothing.
Both suspects were armed with revolvers which had a red light/laser attached to the barrel.
Investigation continues under case #13000131. Anyone with information about this crime is asked to please call us at 301.270.1100.
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