Crime & Safety
Target Security Guard Assaulted In Puyallup During Liquor Robbery [Update]
Two teens stole liquor from the Puyallup Target and assaulted a loss prevention officer on the way out, police say.
Update: Puyallup police said Thursday night that, thanks to some tips, they were able to ID the two men in the photo.
Great news! Thanks to your tips we have now identified the two subjects in the alcohol theft and assault at Target! Thank you for the help!
— Puyallup Police (@PuyallupPD) June 9, 2017
PUYALLUP, WA - Police are trying to track down two teens wanted in connection to a robbery at the Puyallup Target store at the South Hill Mall in May. The two suspects allegedly stole alcohol from the store. On the way out, police say the pair assaulted a loss prevention officer.
The robbery happened on May 11. After lifting "numerous" bottles of liquor and assaulting the loss prevention officer, the two suspects left the scene in a white Acura Legend. The car is believed to be a model from the 1980s or early 1990s.
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Police describe the suspects as between 17 and 18 years old, and each standing over 6 feet tall. If you know anything about the suspects or the vehicle, contact Puyallup police at 253-770-3343.
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