District 4 is investigating a robbery that happened shortly after 6 a.m. on February 26 at a Wells Fargo parking lot in the 2900 block of Market Street.
A 60-year-old woman said she was approached by an unknown armed male that had exited a black 4-door sedan and ordered her to give up her bag. The woman said when she refused, a struggle over her purse ensued. The woman said a second unknown male suspect exited the sedan and struck her with a firearm. The woman said she dropped her purse and then the suspects grabbed it and ran back to the black sedan.
The suspects fled from the scene after the incident. The woman reported being sore but declined medical attention 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 cash reward for their tip should contact CrimeStoppers at 866-371-TIPS (8477). Tips can also be submitted to a detective at 314-444-2500. Only tips submitted to CrimeStoppers that lead to an arrest are eligible for CrimeStoppers’ rewards.