Robbery 1800 E Allegheny Ave DC# 14 24 036587

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Channel: PhiladelphiaPolice · 2014 · News & Politics

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East Detective Division is looking to identify the suspect who robbed a 51 year-old female in Richmond.

On May 7, 2014, at 8:30 am, the complainant stated while she was walking on the 18xx block of East Allegheny Avenue an unknown male approached her from behind attempting to take her pocketbook. When the complainant struggled with the suspect she fell to the ground causing minor injuries to her hand and left arm. After the suspect failed at taking the complainant's purse he fled on foot and was last seen west on Allegheny Avenue toward Kensington Avenue. The complainant was transported Frankford Hospital where she was treated for her injuries.

Suspect Description: Black male 5'8, 23-25 years-of-age, thin build, medium complected, wearing a teal or greenish hooded sweatshirt with white lettering, blue jeans, and white sneakers.

If you see this suspect do not approach him, 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 this suspect, please contact:
East Detective Division
Det. Girardo #8154
215-686-3243/3244
DC# 14-24-036587

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