LINTHICUM, MD – Police are investigating an armed robbery that occurred late Sunday night at the Springhill Suites hotel in Linthicum, where a woman told officers she was held at gunpoint by someone she knew.
Officers from the Northern District responded around 11:45 p.m. on Nov. 30 to the hotel in the 800 block of Elkridge Landing Road after receiving reports of a robbery involving a firearm.
According to investigators, the female victim said an acquaintance entered her hotel room, aimed a handgun at her, and demanded money before fleeing in a vehicle.
No injuries were reported in the incident.
Detectives identify suspect, charges pending
Anne Arundel County Police said investigators quickly identified a suspect through evidence and witness statements. Authorities did not release the suspect’s name but confirmed that charges are forthcoming as the case continues.
Police urge caution in personal disputes
Officials noted that robberies involving known acquaintances often develop from personal or financial disputes and encouraged anyone in similar situations to seek help or contact police before confrontations escalate.
Police have identified a suspect after a woman reported being robbed at gunpoint by an acquaintance at a Linthicum hotel late Sunday night.