Per Takoma Park Police: On April 12, at approximately 1:44 am, Takoma Park Police responded to the 900 block of Merrimac Drive (7-11) for the report of an armed robbery that occurred earlier. The suspect entered the 7-11 and displayed a black handgun and demanded cash. The employee complied and the suspect fled on foot from the store towards Carroll Avenue.
The suspect is described as a Black male, approximately 18-20 years old, last seen wearing a black face mask, gloves, black hooded sweater, blue jeans and tan “Timberland” style boots. Officers conducted a canvas of the area with negative results. Lookout information was provided to all surrounding jurisdictions.
Investigators are asking that anyone with information about this incident, or knows the identity of the suspect, please contact the Takoma Park Police Department at 301-270-1100 and refer to case #230017359.