Robbers Vault Over CVS Counter to Take Drugs, Cash

SILVER SPRING, MD — Four robbers made off with an unknown quantity of prescription drugs and cash after three suspects vaulted the counter of the Hillandale CVS pharmacy, authorities say. On Wednesday, Montgomery County Police released surveillance video of the suspects and asked for the public’s help in identifying the robbers.

The pharmacy at 10113 New Hampshire Ave. was robbed about 9:45 a.m. on Jan. 20 by four suspects, all wearing dark clothing and partially concealing their faces. Police say the robbers went to the pharmacy at the back of the store and three of the suspects vaulted the counter.

One of the suspects, who was armed with a handgun, ordered an employee to hand over cash from the register. Video shared by police shows the robber jabbing the gun into the pharmacist's back and face before leaving. Two other suspects stole medication, then all four robbers fled from the store.

Anyone with information about the robbery suspects is asked to call police at 240-773-5070. Tipsters who wish to remain anonymous may call Crime Solvers of Montgomery County at 1-866-411-TIPS (8477). Crime Solvers will pay a cash reward of up to $10,000 for information provided to them that leads to an arrest in this case.

»Photo and video of Hillandale CVS robbery, courtesy of Montgomery County Police