Masked suspects armed with AR-15-style rifle wanted after brazen Center City robbery
PHILADELPHIA - Police are searching for three armed suspects following a violent robbery in Center City this weekend as terrifying video circulates online.
What we know:
Police say three suspects ambushed three victims on the 1500 block of Locust Street around 3 a.m. Sunday, ordering them to the ground and demanding their belongings.
The robbery escalated into violence when one of the victims was struck in the face with a handgun during a brief altercation with the suspects. The other two victims complied with the attackers' demands.
All three suspects were masked. Police say two were armed with handguns, while a third was carrying what appeared to be an AR-15-style rifle.
Cellphones, watches, car keys, wallets, driver's licenses and an undisclosed amount of cash were stolen from the victims.
Terrifying video
Dig deeper:
Video posted online shows one of the victims on his knees while being held at gunpoint by two of the suspects, one with a hand gun and one with the suspected AR-15-style rifle.
Police say that the video is being used as part of their investigation.
What we don't know:
The suspects were last seen heading eastbound on Locust Street in a gray Hyundai. Their identities are still unknown.
What you can do:
If you were in the area, have dashcam or security footage, or know anything about this crime, please contact the Philadelphia Police Department tip line.
The Source: Information from this article was provided by Philadelphia police.