Detroit authorities are on the hunt for a man accused of attempting to rob a senior citizen at gunpoint in broad daylight, with the incident occurred nearly a month ago but the suspect still roaming free, as reported by FOX 2 Detroit. The brazen attempt unfolded on Jan. 9, when a suspect brandished a handgun at a 73-year-old victim on the 3600 block of Woodward near Mack just before 12:50 p.m., demanding his money according to authorities.
The aimed victim managed to foil the robbery attempt by distracting the suspect allowing him to escape without injury, in a turn of events that could have easily ended drastically different, the Detroit Police Department detailed as per CBS News Detroit. Police have described the suspect as a man, donned in dark attire, capped with a gray knit hat—details that they hope will aid the public in identifying the would-be robber.
In a bid to apprehend the suspect, Detroit Police released a surveillance photo, widely circulating in hopes that someone recognizes the man in question, the photo depicts him in the aforementioned dark clothing and a gray knit cap, WWJ Newsradio 950 conveyed. Community members with any knowledge pertinent to the case have been urged to come forward and assist law enforcement in their pursuit of justice.
Authorities are fielding tips through various channels, including the Detroit Police Department's 3rd Precinct at 313-596-1340, as well as the anonymous tip line provided by Crime Stoppers at 1-800-SPEAK-UP; alternatively, information can be submitted online through DetroitRewards.TV, as these multiple avenues offer citizens a way to contribute to the case in a manner that suits them while maintaining confidentiality if desired.
