PHILADELPHIA, PA — Authorities are investigating an alleged strong-arm robbery involving an autistic man in Philadelphia and are requesting assistance from the public to identify two suspects.
The incident occurred on January 24, 2025, at approximately 7:15 a.m., near a bus stop on 240 W. Chelten Avenue. According to police reports, the victim informed officers that he was approached by a man and a woman while waiting for his bus. The male suspect engaged him in conversation and allegedly instructed him to withdraw money from a nearby ATM.
The victim, alongside the suspects, entered a local store, where he withdrew $200. Police state that the male suspect then took the money, and upon exiting the store, also seized the victim’s wallet. Both suspects were last seen boarding a SEPTA #26 bus.
The male suspect is described as Black with a medium build, wearing a red jacket and black pants. The female suspect is described as Black with a medium build, wearing a black coat.
The Philadelphia Police Department urges anyone with information regarding the suspects to contact the Northwest Detective Division at 215-686-3353 or 215-686-3354. Tips can also be submitted confidentially via telephone by dialing 215.686.TIPS (8477) or texting the same number.
Officials remind the public that these allegations remain under investigation, and all individuals are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law.
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