SAMUEL D. SOMERS, JR.
Chief of Police
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MEDIA ADVISORY/NEWS RELEASE

For Immediate Release No. 20160127-010
Wednesday, January 27, 2016

Robbery – Please Help Identify

The Sacramento Police Department is asking for the community’s help in identifying the person responsible for a robbery that occurred at the Chevron Gas Station located at 2400 Fruitridge Road. 

 

On January 16, 2016, at approximately 7:45 p.m., the suspect (pictured below) entered the business, displayed a firearm and demanded money.  The man also pointed the gun at a citizen who threw a case of beer at the suspect, causing him to flee.

 

The suspect was described as a Black male adult in his 30’s.  He is approximately 5’8”-5’9” tall and weighs about 200 pounds.  At the time of the robbery, the suspect was wearing a blue hooded sweatshirt and black jeans.  The firearm used by the suspect was described as a long gun.  

 

The Sacramento Police Department urges anyone with information pertaining to this crime to contact the dispatch center at (916) 264-5471 or Crime Alert at (916) 443-HELP (4357) or text in a tip to 274637 (CRIMES). Enter SACTIP followed by the tip information. Callers can remain anonymous and may be eligible for a reward of up to $1,000.

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