All articles tagged with #attempted robbery
Police are searching for two suspects who attempted to rob a restaurant patron at gunpoint on Federal Hill in Providence. The suspects fled in a pickup truck, which police later spotted but could not stop. This incident follows another violent altercation at the same location the previous day. The Federal Hill Commerce Association is calling for increased police patrols to ensure public safety.
Two women attempted to rob a Sunglass Hut store in Corona, California, but were foiled by employees who locked them inside. In a fit of frustration, the suspects dumped the stolen merchandise, causing significant damage to the sunglasses. The women were later arrested and charged with retail theft, grand theft, vandalism, and conspiracy. The total value of the stolen products was estimated to be over $18,000.
Murfreesboro Police are investigating two separate incidents near Middle Tennessee State University, including a shooting at College Pointe Apartments and an attempted robbery of a Papa John's Pizza delivery driver at Crossing at Hazelwood Apartment Homes. Several individuals have been detained in connection with the shooting, while the robbery is still under investigation.
A man was shot during an attempted robbery at a home in Henrietta, New York. The victim was taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The incident is being investigated by the Monroe County Sheriff's Office, who stated that it appears to be an isolated incident with no threat to the public. No information about any arrests has been provided.
Carlos Sainz, who finished third in the Italian Grand Prix, was the victim of an attempted robbery in Milan, where his Richard Mille watch worth hundreds of thousands of dollars was taken. Sainz and his team managed to chase down the thieves and recover the watch, leading to the arrest of the culprits. This incident follows a similar robbery targeting Lando Norris during the Euro 2020 soccer championships.
Employees at a jewelry store in El Monte, California, fought back against a suspected thief armed with a hammer and pepper spray. Video footage shows the employees punching and using a stick to hit the suspect before he escapes. Several workers were treated for minor injuries, and the suspect remains at large while police investigate the incident.
Five teenagers aged 13 to 16 have been arrested in Washington, D.C. for multiple crimes, including the attempted carjacking of a Grubhub driver. The suspects were caught on camera assaulting the driver, with one wielding a golf club. A good Samaritan intervened, and the suspects fled in a stolen vehicle. The same group struck again the following day, using the same stolen car and golf club. All five suspects were apprehended after a police pursuit and crash. Charges include assault with an attempt to rob and unauthorized use of a vehicle. The victims expressed concern for their safety and the impact on the community.
Evansville Police are investigating an attempted robbery at an east side credit union, where the suspect did not show a weapon but was carrying a cane. Multiple law enforcement agencies, including Indiana State Police and the Vanderburgh County Sheriff's Office, are searching the area using a drone and K9s. Nearby schools are in "building secure" mode as a precaution.
A pizza delivery driver on his first day on the job in Philadelphia shot and injured a man who attempted to steal his car and rob him. The driver was forced into the back seat of his vehicle by two armed men in masks, but managed to escape and confront one of the perpetrators. The driver fired at least two shots, hitting one of the suspects in the buttocks. The injured suspect fled the scene but was later found by police and taken to the hospital in stable condition. The incident is under investigation.
A man was shot and killed during an attempted robbery on the campus of Howard University in Washington, D.C. Authorities are investigating the incident and are searching for a white SUV that may be connected to the shooting. Howard University officials and police believe neither the victim nor the suspects are affiliated with the university. Students and staff are advised to avoid the area while the investigation is ongoing.
A would-be robber entered an Atlanta nail salon and demanded money from the customers, but everyone in the store completely ignored him. Surveillance video shows the suspect shouting and brandishing a bag, but no one moved or handed over any money. The frustrated suspect eventually left with only a stolen phone from an employee. The Atlanta Police Department is asking for the public's help in identifying the suspect, and the recovered phone is being used as evidence in the ongoing investigation.
An elderly man was shot during an attempted robbery in the Union Street area of San Francisco. The 71-year-old victim was approached by two suspects who allegedly tried to rob him before shooting him. The man was taken to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries. The San Francisco Police Department is investigating the incident and is asking anyone with information to come forward.
A man was shot during an attempted robbery in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The incident occurred around 12:30 a.m. in the area of North 17th and Park streets. The victim, who was dressed in black, was shot while running away from the suspect. The gunshot wound is non-life-threatening, and the victim has been taken to a hospital. Police are urging anyone with information to come forward.
Two robbers, who were caught on CCTV cameras, have been arrested by the Delhi police, even though they didn’t rob their targets and instead gave them money from their pockets. The attempted robbery occurred on the night of June 21, 2023, when the robbers threatened a couple with guns. However, upon finding only Rs 20 in their victims’ pockets, the robbers surprisingly handed over Rs 100 from their side before making their escape.
Two men attempted to rob a clothing store in Hartford, Connecticut, and pistol-whipped the clerk. The clerk pulled out a gun and shot at the suspects, hitting one of them. The injured suspect is in critical condition at the hospital, while the other suspect is still on the loose. The clerk is also being treated at the hospital for facial injuries.