PHILADELPHIA, PA — The hunt is on for a group of suspects allegedly involved in a robbery at a 7-Eleven store in Philadelphia earlier this month. The Philadelphia Police Department is appealing to the public for assistance in identifying the individuals involved in the incident.
On November 10, 2023, at 6:45 pm, the suspects entered the 7-Eleven located at 1201 Chestnut St. They reportedly approached a 22-year-old male employee, who was then punched and kicked to the ground. The assailants allegedly took his cellphone, valued at $1,000, from his pocket. The victim suffered minor bruises from the incident.
This case adds to a recent spate of robberies across the city that has put local law enforcement on high alert. The authorities are employing every resource available to apprehend those responsible and bring them to justice.
The Central Detective Division is leading the investigation into this crime. Detective Girardo, who can be reached at 215-686-3093/3094, is the point of contact for any information related to this case. The case ID is DC# 23-06-050511.
The Philadelphia Police Department strongly advises against approaching the suspects if sighted, due to the violent nature of the crime. Instead, they urge anyone who comes across these individuals to immediately contact 911.
People with any information about this crime or these suspects are encouraged to submit a tip via telephone by dialing 215.686.TIPS (8477) or by texting the same number. The police department assures that all tips will be treated confidentially.
This is a developing story, and updates will be provided as more details become available. 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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