Police: Man sought after using toy handgun during Target robbery in Center City
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Police looking for man they say robbed a Center City Target.
PHILADELPHIA - Police are looking to identify a man they say robbed a Target in Center City a week ago.
The man was inside the Target at 1128 Chestnut Street when police say he started gathering items, and putting them in a basket.
He then allegedly walked out of the store without paying.
As he fled, police say the man pointed something at an officer. It turned out to be a toy handgun.
He then dropped the toy gun and stolen items on the ground and kept fleeing.
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Police say the suspect has a beard, mustache and dreadlocks or braids in his hair.
Anyone with information is asked to call Philadelphia Police at 215-686-8477.