Pima County Sheriff’s Detectives Hoping To Identify Armed Robber

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[Photos courtesy Pima County Sheriff's Office]

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.

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