Armed Robbery - Community Advisory

On February 15, 2013, at approximately 12:15 a.m., Takoma Park Police responded to the area of Anne Street at Kennewick Avenue for the report of an armed robbery that had just occurred. The victim was walking from the Walgreen’s when he was approached by two suspects who demanded property. One of the suspects was armed with a stun gun and fired it at the victim when demanding property. The victim complied and the two suspects were last seen fleeing on foot down Anne Street towards University Blvd. The victim was not physically injured. The suspects are described as two black males late teens to early 20’s. One was tall and the other short, both last seen wearing all black clothing with black hooded jackets. One of the suspects had a mask over his face.

Investigation continues under case #13007474. Anyone with information about this crime is asked to please call us at 301.270.1100.



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