Crime & Safety

Police Release Photos of 'Persons of Interest' in Black Friday Robbery

Anne Arundel County police distributed images of six young men in connection to a robbery of a teen early Friday morning at Arundel Mills.

Anne Arundel County police have distributed several photos of "persons of interest" in relation to the robbery of a teenager at Arundel Mills on Friday morning. 

Police released surveillance photos showing six young men and also distributed images of the type of jacket allegedly stolen from the teen. 

Detectives are actively investigating the case and said they believe at least five suspects walked up behind the victim near the Bed Bath and Beyond store at Arundel Mills shortly after 2 a.m. Friday. Police said one of the suspects punched the teen as he walked outside and another stole a bag containing the items the boy purchased. The items included a jacket with the words "Reckless Cult."

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The victim sustained a minor injury but was not hospitalized and his parents were contacted. 

Anyone with information on the case and the persons of interest is asked to contact Detective Heinecke of the Western District at 410-222-6155 or the Anne Arundel County Police Department at 410-222-8610.

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