PHILADELPHIA, PA — The Philadelphia Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying two suspects involved in an attempted armed robbery that occurred on the 1900 block of Bainbridge Street.
The incident allegedly took place at approximately 12:40 p.m. on Friday, August 11th, 2023. The victim, a 32-year-old woman, was walking by two unknown males who were seated on a step. As she passed by, one of the suspects stood up and brandished a black handgun at her, while the second suspect demanded her belongings and physically assaulted her by pulling on the shoulder strap of her bag.
A witness in a passing vehicle observed the incident. Upon seeing the witness, the first suspect pointed the gun in their direction. Both suspects then fled the scene, heading west on Bainbridge Street towards 20th Street. Remarkably, nothing was taken during the incident.
The Philadelphia Police Department urges anyone who sees these suspects not to approach them but to contact 911 immediately.
To provide information about this crime or the suspects, the public can reach out to the South Detective Division at 215-686-3013 or 215-686-3014. Tips can also be submitted via telephone by dialing 215.686.TIPS (8477) or texting a tip to the same number. All tips provided will be kept confidential.
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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