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Suspect Wanted For Multiple Robberies In Germantown

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) – The Philadelphia Police Department is searching for a suspect believed to be responsible for at least two robberies.

On Oct. 8 and Nov. 8 of 2012, an unknown male entered the Progressive Food Market located at 5141 Germantown Avenue by breaking a hole in the side wall.

Once inside, the suspect took an undetermined amount of cash and numerous cartons of cigarettes, put them in a backpack and fled the scene.

The suspect is described as a black male in his late 20s or 30s with a medium complexion, a medium build and a light beard. He was wearing a dark hooded jacket with a white logo and wings on the back and a dark colored backpack style bag.

To submit a tip via telephone, dial 215.686.TIPS (8477) or text a tip to PPD TIP or 773847.

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