Masked, Armed Suspect Holds Up Gaithersburg Pawn Shop

GAITHERSBURG, MD — Police are searching for an armed robbery suspect who robbed a pawn store in Gaithersburg.

The incident occurred at about 6:58 p.m. at First Cash Jewelry and Exchange at 117 North Frederick Ave.

The masked suspect entered the business, pointed a handgun at an adult male employee and demanded cash, police said.

The employee complied with the suspects’ demands and the suspect fled the store on foot with an undisclosed amount of cash.

Anyone who recognizes the suspect or has information about this robbery is asked to call the Major Crimes Division; Robbery Section at 240-773-5100.

Those who wish to remain anonymous may call Crime Solvers of Montgomery County toll-free at 1-866-411-TIPS (8477). Crime Solvers will pay a cash reward of up to $10,000 for information provided to them that leads to an arrest and/or an indictment for this crime.

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