District 2 is investigating a robbery that happened on January 15 near Sublette and Reber Place.
A 24-year-old woman told officers that at approximately 12:20 p.m., she was walking when an unknown male suspect exited a gray minivan and demanded her purse. The woman said the suspect then displayed a handgun.
The woman said she handed the suspect money. The suspect the reentered the minivan and fled from 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 314-444-0100. Only tips submitted to CrimeStoppers that lead to an arrest are eligible for CrimeStoppers’ rewards.