Armed Robbery Suspect Dressed for Success

02.24.10 01:54 PM
Los Angeles:Los Angeles Police Department Detectives are asking for the public’shelp to identify an armed robbery suspect who appeared to be dressedmore for a job interview, than a robbery.

On February 5, 2010, at around 7 PM, the suspect walked into a businessin the 3100 block of Pico Boulevard, brandished a handgun and demandedmoney.  Once the clerk opened the register the suspect reached into thecash drawer and took the money out, before running from the location.

Surveillance video captured the suspect’s image.  He is described as aBlack man, 28-30 years of age, 6 ft., 200 lbs., wearing a gray jacket,red shirt, black tie and pants.  He was well groomed with short hairand trimmed mustache.

Anyone with information on this suspect, or robbery, is asked tocontact Olympic Area Robbery Detectives, Detective Sean Kim at213-382-9493.  During non-business hours or on weekends, calls shouldbe directed to 1-877-LAPD-24-7. Anyone wishing to remain anonymousshould call Crimestoppers at 800-222-TIPS (800-222-8477). Tipsters mayalso contact Crimestoppers by texting to phone numbers 274637(C-R-I-M-E-S on most keypads) with a mobile telephone. All textmessages should being with the letters “LAPD.” Tipsters may also go toLAPDOnline.org, click on “webtips” and follow the prompts.

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