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Suspect Sought In North Philadelphia Theft

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) – Police are asking for the public's help in locating a male suspect wanted in a theft late last month in North Philadelphia.

The incident occurred on May 26th at about 12:50 a.m. at the Glenwood SEPTA station located at 2900 N. Broad Street.

Police say the suspect was armed with a knife when he approached another man from behind and demanded his property. The suspect then forced the victim to withdraw $60 in cash from a nearby ATM. He also took the victim's wallet, credit card and iPod before leaving the scene.

Watch The Surveillance Video (Courtesy: Philadelphia Police Department)

The suspect is described as a black male, 20-22 years old, with a thin build and dark complexion. He was wearing a black or navy blue hooded sweatshirt, dark-colored shoes, dark jeans and a red shirt.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Northwest Detective Division at 215-686-3353/3354 or the Philadelphia Police tip line at 215-686-8477.

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