Police Video: Robbery 5628 N 5th St

On November 17, 2012, at 4:05pm, the complainant, a 70 year-old female, who is an employee of the Willie Variety Store located at 5628 North 5th Street was inside working when an unknown female entered the store. The offender walked behind the counter and forced the employee to open the cash register and forced her to the ground stating she was going to shot the employee. After taking $300 in cash and a carton of cigarettes the offender fled north on 5th Street then west on Chew Street. Suspect Description: Black female, 20-30 years-of-age, light complexion, thin build, wearing a black jacket, light colored jeans and a yellow scarf with a pattern over her head carrying a black bag. If you see this suspect do not approach her, contact 911 immediately. To submit a tip via telephone, dial 215.686.TIPS (8477) or text a tip to PPD TIP or 773847. If you have any information about this crime or this suspect, please contact: Northwest Detectives Division Det. Swinton #9001 215-686-3353/3354 DC# 12-35-089326