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Information sought on two robberies from May 19

Ofc, Teresa Fuller, 509.209.7188


Thursday, May 29, 2014 at 2:48 p.m.


Spokane Police Major Crime’s detectives are continuing to investigate two armed robberies that occurred Monday, 05/19/2014. Detectives are working to determine if the two incidents are related.

The first of the two robberies occurred just after 10 a.m. on at the Subway in the 3500 block of E. Sprague. The male suspect entered the store, displayed a handgun, and demanded money from the cashier. He left westbound on foot with an undisclosed amount of cash. This suspect was described as a dark complected white or Hispanic male, approximately 5’7”, 20-30 years of age, medium build, wearing dark clothing, a light grey hooded sweatshirt, and dark shoes. Attached are two still photos from surveillance inside the restaurant.

The second robbery occurred just after 8 p.m. at the Taco Time in the 300 block of W. Third Ave. The male suspect displayed a handgun, demanded money, and fled on foot with an undisclosed amount of cash. This suspect was described as a white male, approximately 5’5” to 5’7”, wearing a hooded sweatshirt, jeans, and dark colored shoes.

No one was injured in either of the incidents. Detectives are investigating the two incidents to determine their relationship, if any. Crime Stoppers is offering a cash reward for anyone providing information leading to an arrest in this incident. Persons with information should call the Crime Stoppers Tip Line at 1.800.222.TIPS or forward the tip via the Crime Stoppers website. Tipsters do not have to give their name to collect the cash reward.

Crime Stoppers of the Inland Northwest is a civilian organization that promotes public safety by paying cash rewards for information that solves crimes. It is not affiliated with law enforcement.

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