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Robbery Suspect Allegedly Threatens Dad And Daughter 'Give Me Everything Or I'll Shoot Her'

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) – Police are searching for a suspect accused of robbing and threatening a man and his daughter walking in Philadelphia.

Authorities say on Sunday, July 10 around 11:13 a.m., a 53-year-old man was walking with his daughter, a 13-year-old girl, on the 2100 block of Stenton Avenue when an unknown male walked up behind him, placed a gun to the girl's back and stated "give me everything or
I'll shoot her in the back."

Police say the father reached into his pocket and gave the suspect an undisclosed amount of money and a cell phone, and the suspect walked away.

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Authorities say the 53-year-old attempted to follow the suspect, but the suspect turned around and told him to walk the other way.

The suspect then fled in an unknown direction.

Police say they are looking for a black male, 20 to 25 years old, 180 pounds, clean shaven, wearing a blue baseball cap, white t-shirt and blue or black jeans.

Authorities ask anyone with information to call 215.686.TIPS (8477) or text a tip to PPD TIP or 773847.

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