Crime & Safety

Police Release Video of Pharmacy Robbery

Prince George's County Police say the suspects may have committed similar crimes nearby. The FBI has added to a reward fund.

Three robbery suspects can be seen climbing over the counter of a District Heights pharmacy in surveillance video recently released by the Prince George’s County Police Department.

On the video, the three suspects jump over the counter and confront a pharmacy employee. Police say one of the suspects had a gun, while a second carried a can of pepper spray.

The suspects reportedly filled a bag with medications, grabbed cash and then ran out of the pharmacy. The employees were not hurt.

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Police say the robbery happened about 11:15 a.m. Jan. 10 in the 6100 block of Old Silver Hill Road. Detectives believe the three suspects are also responsible for similar crimes in a neighboring jurisdiction.

Prince George’s County Crime Solvers is offering a $1,000 reward for information in this case. Also, the FBI’s Baltimore Division is offering an additional $5,000 reward.

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Anyone with information on this investigation is asked to call the CID/Robbery Unit at 301-772-4905. Callers can remain anonymous by calling CRIME SOLVERS at 1-866-411-TIPS (8477). You may also text “PGPD plus your message” to CRIMES (274637) on your cell phone or go to www.pgcrimesolvers.comand submit a tip online.

Watch the full video here.


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