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Police searching for suspects who stole nearly $2K from Southwest Philadelphia gas station
The Philadelphia Police Department is asking for the public's help to identify two suspects who stole nearly $2,000 from a gas station on the 6900 block of Buist Avenue in the city's Southwest Philadelphia section.
PHILADELPHIA - Investigators with the Philadelphia Police Department are asking for the public's help to identify two suspects who stole from a local gas station.
According to police, the robbery occurred on Monday just before 10:30 p.m. at United Gas on the 6900 block of Buist Avenue.
Authorities say two armed suspects forced their way behind the register and held an employee at gunpoint.
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The suspects were able to get away with about $1,600, tobacco products and the victim's phone before fleeing the scene.
Anyone with information is urged to contact police at 215-686-8477 or submit an anonymous tip online.