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Newport News Police investigating Jan. 24 robbery

The Newport News Police Department is investigating a recent incident involving robbery reported in the 13700 block of Warwick Boulevard at 6:45 a.m. Jan. 24.

According to a news release from the police, "the manager was in the back office doing paperwork and an unknown black male walked into the office, displayed a handgun and demanded money. After getting the money, the suspect left the store and fled on foot."

Police described the suspect as a black male, approximately 5-feet-9-inches tall, weighing approximately 170 pounds, in his mid-forties, with a full salt and a pepper beard, wearing a hooded sweatshirt and a light colored slacks, black gloves and white sneakers.

Anyone with information is asked to contact 1-888-562-5887.

This news report is based on information provided by law enforcement authorities. If you believe this report is in error, please contact the issuing authority.


This news report is based on information provided by law enforcement authorities. If you believe this report is in error, please notify the issuing authority.