SWDD is currently investigating a point of gun commercial robbery pattern occurring in Southwest Police Division.
Incident #1:
DC# 24-19-067210
On Monday October 7, 2024, police responded to a robbery in progress at Haverford Mini Market located at 5450 Haverford Avenue. The employees stated that around 1:30 pm an unknown black male in all black clothing about 50 to 60 years old with a white goatee robbed them with a handgun. The female employee behind the counter handed the offender $300 from the cash register after the male demanded money while pointing a gun at her. It was observed on video that the male was pacing outside the store around 1:20 pm. He entered the store at 1:25 pm and walked around inside for five minutes before committing the robbery. The male is then observed on video running out of the store north on 55th towards Westminster. No employees were injured during the incident.
- Suspect Description: Black male, 6’3, slender build, 60-65 years-of-age, gray hair, gray beard and armed with a black handgun.
Incident #2:
DC# 24-18-051665
On October 8, 2024, at approximately 12:54pm, officers from the 18th District responded to 4823 Chester Avenue for a report of a robbery in progress. Upon arrival, they were met by the complainant, who stated that she was working the register when the offender entered and walked down an aisle. Then the offender approached the register area, pulled a firearm out of his waistband, and pointed it at the complainant and demanded money. The complainant handed over an undetermined amount of money, before fleeing the store.
- Suspect Description: Black male, 6’3, slender build, 60-65 years-of-age, gray hair, gray beard and armed with a black handgun.
Incident #3:
DC# 24-19-067844
On October 9, 2024, at 10:52 AM, 19th District Police responded to a radio call for a robbery in progress at 262 N. Simpson St at the Vine Deli and Grocery store. Police met with the Witness (cashier) who stated that an unknown black male entered the store, purchased cigars, and then pulled out a large black handgun and pointed it at the witness and demanded money out of the register. The Offender then walked around and tried to get behind the register. The witness then grabbed the firearm and wrestled it out of his hands with the assistance of another employee. The Offender then fled towards 65th St on foot.
- Suspect Description: Black male, 6’3, slender build, 60-65 years-of-age, gray hair, gray beard and armed with a black Pietro Berretta BB gun loaded with (7) BBs in an extended magazine wrapped in black electrical tape. (recovered)
- If you see this suspect do not approach, contact 911 immediately.
- To submit a tip via telephone, dial 215.686.TIPS (8477) or text a tip to 215.686.TIPS (8477).
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If you have any information about this crime or this suspect, please contact:
Southwest Detective Division:
215-686-3183/3184
Wanted: Suspect for Commercial Robbery Pattern in the 18th and 19th Districts