Crime & Safety
Movie Goer Robbed At Knifepoint In Crocker Park
The suspect told police he "does" crack cocaine which contributed to his decision to rob the movie goer.
WESTLAKE, OH — A movie goer was robbed at knife point inside Regal Cinema at Crocker Park last Friday. The suspect was later caught by police and he told officers he "does" crack cocaine, which led to the incident.
The robbery happened inside a theater at 11:30 p.m., police said. The suspect, a 27-year-old from Cleveland Heights, pulled out a knife and threatened the other person. When the victim handed over cash, the Cleveland Heights man ran off. Luckily, no one was hurt.
Two hours after the robbery, police were able to find the suspect. He was arrested without incident, police said.
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The suspect told police he smokes a lot of "weed" and "does" crack cocaine, which he felt contributed to the incident. He is being held on aggravated robbery charges at Westlake Jail.
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