Robbery 1025 Belmont Ave DC# 14 16 031803

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Channel: PhiladelphiaPolice · 2014 · News & Politics

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Southwest Detective Division is looking to identify and locate the suspects who robbed a 62 year-old male in Belmont.

On July 25, 2014, at 9:25 pm, 16th District officers responded to the 1025 Belmont Avenue for a report of a robbery. When on location the officers were met by the complainant, a 62 year-old male, who was bleeding from the back of his head. The complainant was walking south on Belmont when two unknown males turned the corner from Mantua Avenue onto Belmont Avenue and were walking in front of the complainant when they suddenly stopped and approached him. Suspect #1 pulled a handgun and held it in front of him demanding money. When the complainant stated he didn’t have anything suspect #2 struck him in the back of his head knocking him to the ground. The suspects then struck him several more times taking his wallet containing various IDs and medical cards, $20, and a cellphone. The offenders then fled on foot and were last seen east on Mantua Avenue from Belmont Avenue. The complainant was transported to Presbyterian Hospital where he was treated for his injuries. Both suspect are seen arriving and fleeing in a dark colored vehicle, possibly an SUV.

Suspect Description:
Suspect #1: Black male, brown complexion, 20 years-of-age, 6’0″, muscular build, wearing a dark colored shirt, and blue jeans.
Suspect #2: Black male, brown complexion, 20 years-of-age, 6’0″, muscular build, wearing a light colored t-shirt, and dark colored pants.

If you see these suspects do not approach them, contact 911 immediately.
To submit a tip via telephone, dial 215.686.TIPS (8477) or text a tip to PPD TIP or 773847.

If you have any information about this crime or these suspects, please contact:
Southwest Detective Division
Det. Horn #881
215-686-3183/3184
DC# 14-16-031803

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