🌱 Police Searching For Robbery Suspect + Woman's Purse Almost Stolen

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Here are the top three stories in Cleveland today:

1. Cleveland police are trying to identify a man who robbed the Family Dollar on Puritas Avenue on Feb. 5. Around 4:30 p.m. last Friday, the man in question was caught stealing energy drinks on the surveillance camera and the spit in an employee's face before taking off. A photo of the suspect, who goes by "Bird" in the area, is available at the link. If anyone recognizes this man and knows his whereabouts, please contact the police. (Cleveland 19 News)
2. A woman reported being the victim of an attempted robbery on Feb. 2. The woman said she was walking south on West 6th Street when a man attempted to steal her purse around 2:45 p.m. Photos are available at the link of the incident. If anyone recognizes the suspect, please call (216) 623-5318. (Cleveland Police via Facebook)
3. The victim of a Jan. 26 hit-and-run is speaking out while police continue to search for the suspect. Jay Carlton was riding his bike on Warren Road around 10:00 p.m. when he was hit from behind and the driver drove away. Carlton said, "I imagine from my experience, a quarter inch one way or the other I would have either been paralyzed or dead." While police continue to search for the suspect, Carlton said he knows karma will catch up to them. (Cleveland 19 News)

Today in Cleveland:

• That's A-Moray At Greater Cleveland Aquarium (10:00 AM)
• Transcendence: The Installation Opening Night Live Performance At 78th Street Studios (7:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• Are you looking to do something fun in Cleveland this weekend? Check out the list of 10 best things to do in the city at the link! (usatales.com)
• According to Asthma Capitals, Cleveland is the worst place to live if you have asthma. (AZ Animals)
• Something to make you smile: A round-up of the cutest "teef" of the City Dogs at the link. (City Dogs Cleveland via Facebook)

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About me: Sean Peek is a writer and entrepreneur with a degree in English Literature from Weber State University. Over the years, he has worked as a copywriter, editor, SEO specialist, and marketing director for various digital media companies. He currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.