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Laurel Police Seeking Public's Assistance In Identifying Suspect Wanted For Armed Robbery Of Armored Vehicle & Shooting

LAUREL, Md. (WJZ) -- Laurel Police are asking for the public's help in identifying a suspect wanted in connection to an armed robbery of an armored vehicle and shooting.

Officials said around 12:10 p.m. on July 12, officers responded to the 7100 block of Virginia Manor Court in Laurel for a reported armed robbery and shooting. Investigators learned that the male suspect was armed with a handgun when he approached a security service delivery driver, disarmed him, and demanded the U.S. Currency deposit bag he was holding.

The driver compiled but the suspect fired a single shot at him before fleeing the scene. The driver was not injured.

Detectives said the suspect was seen in a black two-door Honda Accord with a rear spoiler. The car has Maryland flag registration plates.

 

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Anyone with information is asked to call the Laurel Police Department at 301-498-0092, also anonymous tips can be sent to LPDtips@laurel.md.us.

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