Crime & Safety
Man Pulls Gun On Gas Station Cashier: Philly Police
Police said the man seen here got into an argument with a customer and employees, left the store, then came back with a gun.
PHILADELPHIA — Police in Philadelphia are looking for a man they said pulled a gun on a gas station cashier last week after an argument.
The incident happened at about 1:54 p.m. Jan. 21 at the Lukoil gas station, 4421 N. Broad St.
Police said the suspect, seen above, came into the store and got into a verbal dispute with another customer and with store employees.
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The man said he was going to come back with a gun, left, and 15 minutes later came back with a gun, police said.
He pointed a gun and threatened the cashier before walking off, heading east on West Wingohocking Street.
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Police described the suspect as a black man, 40 to 50 years old, who was bald with a medium build. He was wearing a gray hooded sweatshirt and blue sweatpants.
If you see this suspect, do not approach him and instead call 911 immediately.
To submit a tip, dial 215-686-8477 or use this electronic form to submit a tip anonymously. All tips will be confidential.
Contact the Northwest Detective Division at 215-686-3353 or 215-686-3354 with information.
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