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Police release photos of suspect who threatened store employees with rifle
Police are searching for a man who threatened employees with a rifle during an attempted robbery at a Dollar Plus store.
HYATTSVILLE, Md. - Police are searching for a man who allegedly threatened employees with a rifle during an attempted robbery at a Dollar Plus store.
The incident happened around 1 a.m. on Sept. 25 in the 7500 block of Landover Road in the Hyattsville area.
Surveillance images released show the suspect entering the store wearing a black hooded sweatshirt with three white symbols on the hood, blue jeans and dark shoes.
Armed suspect flees
Police say he pointed a rifle at employees and demanded money but eventually fled without taking anything. No injuries were reported.
The store manager spoke exclusively to FOX 5 about the incident. He believes the suspect was familiar with the store layout, noting he ran toward a back door that was locked. An employee quickly secured the exit. When the suspect tried to flee through the front, another employee blocked him and eventually, the suspect gave up and left.
Reward offered for tips
Police are asking anyone with information to contact Crime Solvers online at www.pgcrimesolvers.com, through the "P3 Tips" mobile app, or by calling 1-866-411-TIPS (8477). Tipsters may remain anonymous and should reference case number 25-0053347.
Authorities are offering a reward of up to $2,500 for information leading to an arrest and indictment.
The Source: Information in this article comes from the Prince George's County Police Department.