May 31, 2016
Police are seeking the public's help Tuesday identifying three men in connection with a robbery in the Feltonville section of Philadelphia.
The incident occurred Monday, May 23 around 1:40 a.m. outside the Tamborita Bar located at 459 East Wyoming Avenue.
Authorities say a couple was leaving the establishment when they were approached by two men, who exited a dark, four-door sedan. One of the suspects displayed a gun, struck the 25-year-old man in the face and stole a belt, a pair of sneakers and a wallet containing $220. Then, the suspect took a purse holding $200 and an iPhone 6 from the 28-year-old woman. Both suspects returned to the vehicle and fled the area. The victims suffered minor injuries during the robbery.
The first suspect is described as a 5-foot-8 black man in his late 20's with a thin build and a beard.
The second suspect is described as a 5-foot-8 Hispanic man with a medium build.
The driver is only described as a Hispanic man.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the East Detective Division at (215) 686-3243/3244.
