Crime & Safety

Police: Robber Demands Drugs at Giant Pharmacy

Suspect fled on foot in Woodbridge incident, according to Prince William County Police.

Investigators are hoping to identify a suspect in a pharmacy robbery last week in the Woodbridge area, according to Prince William County Police.

Officers responded at 3:34 p.m. Thursday to the Giant at 5469 Mapledale Plaza, regarding the robbery.

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An employee told police that an unknown man entered the business and approached the pharmacy. He reportedly demanded prescription narcotics, implying that he had a firearm, though no weapon was seen.

The suspect fled on foot in the direction of Queensdale Drive.

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He is described as a White male, between 40 and 45 years of age, 6’0’’, 200lbs with a medium build and blue eyes. He was last seen wearing a dark green jacket with a hood, black undershirt, blue jeans, black shoes, white gloves and a dark colored mask covering the face

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