Crime & Safety

Newton Police Hunting for Knife-Wielding Suspects Who Tied Up Store Owner, Stole Jewelry

Police said the suspects robbed the Second Appearance store on Washington Avenue Saturday.

Newton police said they are looking for a man and a woman who tied up a consignment store clerk Saturday and stole cash and jewelry.

Police released this security camera image of the male suspect:


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WCVB-TV reported the pair robbed the Second Appearance store on Washington Avenue Saturday at about 5 p.m. They wielded a knife, police said. The clerk was eventually able to free herself and call police, WCVB reported.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Newton police at 617-796-2100.

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