Re: Recent Business Robberies

Between August 25, 2009 and September 14, 2009 three robberies of business locations have occurred in Robbinsdale, including the Dollar Tree, CVS Pharmacy and Diamonds and Gold International Jewelry store. In all three of the incidents the suspect(s) have entered the stores and either displayed or implied a weapon.

Suspect Information

During the incident at the Dollar Tree employees described the suspect as a black male approximately 18 to 20 years of age, 5’, 7’’ to 5’, 10’’ tall with a thin build.

Employees at CVS Pharmacy described the suspect as a black male approximately 40 to 45 years of age, 5’, 11’’ tall with a heavy-set build and a graying goatee.

Store employees at Diamonds and Gold International described one of the suspects as a black male approximately 45 years of age, 6’ tall, 200 pounds with a large build and slicked-back graying hair with a pony tail. The second suspect was described as a black male in his mid 20s, approximately 5’,10’’ tall with a medium build and short hair.

Anyone with possible information related to these incidents is encouraged to contact the Robbinsdale Police Department at (763) 531-1220.

Crime Prevention Tips

-If you observe any suspicious persons or vehicles make sure to call 911 immediately to report the incident.

-Be a good witness! Try to observe height, hair, eye color, clothing descriptions, vehicle descriptions, and direction of travel.