PHILADELPHIA, PA – Central Detective Division seeks the assistance of the public in identifying a suspect connected to a recent robbery.
On Thursday, August 10, around 6:00 pm, an unidentified man entered the Paula Mini Market located at 2401 North 16th Street.
The suspect brandished a black and silver handgun and demanded cash from the register. The employee complied, handing over an undetermined amount of money. The man then fled in an unspecified direction.
The suspect is described as a medium-built black male dressed in dark clothing and armed with the aforementioned handgun.
Citizens are advised against approaching the man and should contact 911 immediately if they come across him. To provide tips, individuals can call 215.686.TIPS (8477) or text the same number.