The robbery occurred just before 8:30 p.m. Saturday at the store located on the corner of Archwood Avenue and South Arlington Street in East Akron.
Police say this man is a suspect in the armed robbery of a Family Dollar in Akron. He left the area in a dark-colored vehicle. AKRON, Ohio — A man threatened a manager with a handgun during the robbery of a Family Dollar store in East Akron, police say.
The robbery occurred just before 8:30 p.m. Saturday at the store located on the corner of Archwood Avenue and South Arlington Street. A worker at the store tells police the suspect was seen stuffing electronic merchandise into his pockets. Moments later, the suspect threatened the store manager before leaving. He was seen getting into a dark-colored vehicle. No injuries were reported.
The suspect is believed to be 25 to 30 years old and around 5-foot-11, with a thin build. He had a beard and wore a red, white and pink tie-dyed hooded sweatshirt. Anyone with information can call detectives at 330-375-2490 or Summit County Crimestoppers at 330-434-COPS. Individuals also can send tips by texting TIPSCO to 274637. Download the Akron PD app and submit information by texting Tips411or by accessing the link atIf you purchase a product or register for an account through one of the links on our site, we may receive compensation.
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