The Pima County Sheriff’s Office is hoping to identify an armed robber who struck an eastside Walgreens.
According to the Sheriff’s Office, on Friday, August 6, 2021 at approximately 8:23 p.m., deputies responded to the Walgreens located at 13542 East Colossal Cave Road for a report of a robbery.
Deputies learned the suspect approached the pharmacy counter while removing a handgun from his waistband. The suspect jumped over the counter and pointed the handgun at the Pharmacist, demanding “lean and Oxy.”
The suspect placed items in a trash bag and fled the store on foot.
The suspect is described as:
· Approximately 5’8-5’10 in height with a thin build
· Face covering, white shirt tied around his face
· Light tan long sleeve shirt and blue jeans
· White shoes
· Black gloves
Detectives have taken over the investigation and are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying the suspect in this case. Anyone with information is asked to call 9-1-1. You can also submit an anonymous tip, with the potential for a reward, by text or phone at 88crime (520-822-7463), or by going to 88Crime.org.