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Police Continue to Investigate New Hampshire Avenue 7-11 Robbery - Video Released

For Immediate Release: Friday, May 11, 2012

Detectives from the Montgomery County Police Major Crimes Division – Robbery Section continue to investigate the April 27 armed robbery of the 7-11 located at 10203 New Hampshire Avenue.  Today, detectives are releasing video surveillance and asking for the public’s help in identifying the two suspects.

On April 27 at approximately 2:58 a.m., 3rd District officers responded to the 7-11 located at 10203 New Hampshire Avenue for the report of an armed robbery that just occurred.  Police investigation has indicated that two suspects entered the store and confronted the two employees who were in the store at the time.  Both suspects were wearing masks and both had handguns.  The two suspects pointed their handguns at the two employees and demanded that the employees open the cash registers.  The suspects then placed an undisclosed amount of money and merchandise into bags they had brought into the store.  Both suspects were last seen leaving the store on foot.

The first suspect is described as a black male, approximately 5'07" tall, with a thin build.  The second suspect is described as a black male, approximately 6'00" tall, with a medium build.

Detectives are asking anyone who may have information about these armed robberies or the suspects involved to call the Major Crimes Division – Robbery Section at 240-773-5100.  Those who wish to remain anonymous may call Crime Solvers of Montgomery County toll-free at 1-866-411-TIPS (8477) or enter a tip online. Crime Solvers will pay a cash reward of up to $1,000 for information provided to them that leads to an arrest and/or indictment for this felony crime.



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Release ID: 12-068
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