Man Robbed in Peabody-Darst-Webbe Neighborhood

District 3 is investigating a robbery that occurred around 6 p.m. on September 30 in the 1500 block of Lafayette.

A 59-year-old man told officers he met an unknown woman and agreed to sexual engagement with her in his car at a parking lot. After removing his clothes, the man said the woman produced a firearm and announced a robbery. The man said the woman took his prescription medication and then exited his car.

The man said he exited his car to chase the woman when he was then grabbed by two unknown males that dragged him away from his car. The two men then took the 59-year-old man’s wallet and cell phone before fleeing the scene in a white car with the woman.

The 59-year-old man sustained a minor head wound that was treated by EMS at the scene. The investigation is ongoing.

Anyone with a tip about this incident who wants to remain anonymous and is interested in a possible reward for their tip can contact CrimeStoppers at 866-371-TIPS (8477).

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