Police Seek Suspect in Armed Robbery in Silver Spring

Montgomery County Police are searching for a man who is a suspect at an armed robbery at the Kemp Mill Shopping Center.

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According to a news release, on July 21, police officers responded to an armed robbery at a candy store located at 1351 Lamberton Drive in Silver Spring.

Police said the suspect is described as a man with short black hair, possible mustache, and a chain hanging from his shorts. He asked the cashier for change for a dollar. Once the cashier opened the register, the suspect showed a knife. The cashier fled and called the police.

The suspect is described as a white male, 5’9” to 6’ tall, weighing between 170 and 200 pounds, police said.

Anyone with information about this robbery or suspect is asked to call Montgomery County Police Major Crimes Division at 240.773.5100. Callers may remain anonymous.

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Aline Barros is a multimedia reporter and community engagement specialist with Montgomery Community Media. She can be reached at Abarros@mymcmedia.org and on Twitter at @AlineBarros2.

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