Knifepoint Robbery At Movie Theater In Deptford; Suspect Wanted: Police

DEPTFORD, NJ — An unknown suspect entered a movie theater in Deptford Township and robbed an employee at knifepoint, authorities said.

The incident happened around 1:30 p.m. Friday at AMC Deptford, where a man with a knife threatened the only employee on-duty, police said.

After realizing no money was available, the suspect fled through the theater's rear emergency exit, police said. He was last seen fleeing toward the back of the property.

The victim was unhurt.

Police described the suspect as a Black or Hispanic man of average height and build. He was wearing a dark sweatshirt with the hood up, dark pants, and dark footwear while carrying a large shoulder-style bag, police said.

He had a silver-colored knife, police said.

Police shared images of surveillance footage from the incident, which can be seen above and in the video below:

Anyone with information on the suspect can contact Deptford Township Police Det. Cpl. Thomas Mantici by calling 856-845-6300 ext-1240 or emailing tmantici@deptford-nj.org. Anonymous tips can also be sent to tips@deptford-nj.org.