3 Sought In Halloween Morning Armed Robberies

PHILADELPHIA — Three men are sought by Philadelphia Police in connection with two armed robberies in Strawberry Mansion on Halloween.

According to police, the robberies occurred the morning of Oct. 31.

The first incident took place at about 2:20 a.m. at a corner store, 2462 North 29th St.

Police said the three men used a sledgehammer to get into the store, and after getting inside, one suspect pulled out a gun.

They left the store with an undetermined amount of cash from the store's register.

Then, police said the same men are believed to have robbed a corner store at 2400 North 29th St. a few hours later.

All suspects are described as men of unknown races.

One was wearing all dark clothing, a striped mask, blue gloves, and was armed with a handgun. Another was wearing a light color hooded sweatshirt, black jacket, gray pants, and brown boots. The third suspect wearing a black hooded sweatshirt, black “Nike” sweatpants, gray “New Balance” sneakers, and was armed with a handgun.

If you see these suspects, do not approach and instead call 911 immediately.

Submit a tip by calling or texting 215-686-8477. Use this electronic form to submit a tip anonymously.

All tips will be confidential.

Contact Det. Lyons or Det. Winward with the Central Detective Division at 215-686-3047 or 315-686-3048 with information on these incidents.