Crime & Safety
Search Continues for Serial Armed Robber Who Struck Three Stores in One Night
The suspected thief robbed three convenience stores on Pacific Avenue on March 16, officials say.
Pierce County Sheriff’s detectives need the public's help in identifying the suspect responsible for three armed robberies in one night.
From 1:25 a.m. to 3:15 a.m. on Saturday March 16, 2013, the pictured suspect robbed the following convenience stores:
- SS Quick Stop on 112th Street S. in Parkland
- 7Eleven on Pacific Avenue S. in Spanaway
- 7Eleven on Mountain Highway in Graham
During the first robbery, the suspect entered the store and approached the counter several times, then walked out of the store. The suspect re-entered the store, displayed a gun and demanded cash from the clerk. The suspect took the money and ran from the store.
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The suspect is described as a black male in his 20s, approximately 5’8” tall, with a slender build and black hair. During the robbery he was seen wearing saggy blue jeans, a black and gray baseball hat, and a black and gray letterman style jacket with a red hood.
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The Crime Stoppers Tacoma/Pierce County is offering a reward up to $1,000 for any information leading to the arrest and charges filed for the suspect.
If you have any information, call 253-591-5959. All callers will remain anonymous.
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