PHILADELPHIA, PA — The Philadelphia Police Department is asking for the public’s help in identifying a suspect wanted for robbery.
According to the criminal complaint, on March 12, at approximately 6:30 am, the victim was walking on Locust Street when she was approached by a black male who demanded all her money. When the victim didn’t have any cash, the suspect hit her over the head and took her AirPods and Septa Key Card. The suspect then attempted to take the victim down Sydenham Street before she was able to break free and run away.
The suspect is described as a black male between 40 and 50 years old, standing 57 inches tall. He was wearing all dark clothing at the time of the robbery, and has a scar on his right eye that makes it close.
If you have any information about this suspect, contact the Philadelphia Police Department immediately at 215.686.TIPS (8477).
Information is subject to change at any time as additional details may emerge. Information, a criminal complaint, or an arrest is not a declaration of guilt. A suspect, arrestee, or defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
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