The Fredericksburg Police Department is actively investigating an armed robbery last night at the Checks Cashed located at 1301 Emancipation Highway. At 7:38 p.m., a male entered the business displaying a firearm and demanded money. The suspect left on foot, crossing Emancipation Highway with an undisclosed amount of cash. Patrol officers set up a perimeter around the scene and began their investigation while a detective responded to the incident. A K9 track was also performed.
The suspect (photo right) is described as a black male wearing a reflective shirt, sunglasses, surgical mask, and a backward khaki baseball cap.
The investigation is active and ongoing. More information will be released as it develops.
The Fredericksburg Police Department asks anyone with information regarding this incident call (540) 373-3122. To make an anonymous tip, send a text to “847-411” and text “FPDtip” followed by your tip. Or, download the free FPD Tip app available for Android and iPhones. To download the app, search “FPD Tip” in the Google or iTunes App Store.
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