MINNEAPOLIS— The Minneapolis Police department is seeking the publics assistance in identifying a man involved in multiple violent armed robberies.
The suspect, described as a Black man in his 30s, approximately 5 feet 9 inches tall, with black hair and a goatee, is accused of committing several offenses last month.
Incidents include assaulting a man with a handgun, stealing his backpack, and similarly attacking two women, taking one of their purses.
On December 3, the suspect allegedly struck a man with a handgun, attempted a robbery, shot the victim, and carjacked his vehicle near Fourth Avenue South and Lake Street. The stolen vehicle was later discovered abandoned and burned in Bloomington.
Authorities urge anyone recognizing the suspect or having information about his whereabouts to contact them at 612-673-5845 or via email at policetips@minneapolismn.gov. Anonymous tips can also be submitted online or by calling CrimeStoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
