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From the Richmond Police:

Suspect Sought in Shockoe Valley Market Robbery

The Richmond Police Department is asking for the public’s help to identify the man in the attached photos and video [BELOW], who is a suspect in a robbery at the Shockoe Valley Market.

Yesterday at approximately 1: 13 p.m. the suspect walked into the convenience store, located at 311 N. 18th St., brandished a firearm and robbed a store employee of cash and a box of cigars.

He fled on foot eastbound on East Marshall Street. There were no injuries.

The suspect is described as a black male with a goatee, approximately six feet tall and weighing approximately 160 pounds. He wore a grey hooded sweatshirt, jeans and black boots.

Anyone with any information about these individuals or their whereabouts is asked to call First Precinct Detective Brian Taylor at (804) 646-0689 or Crime Stoppers at 780-1000. Citizens can also text Crime Stoppers at 274637, using the key word “ITip” followed by your tip or submit a tip online at www.7801000.com.

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