Washington State Girl Scouts 'Shaken' After Robbery Attempt

TACOMA, WA -- Girl Scouts in Washington state are recovering Sunday after two men, one with a gun, reportedly tried to rob their cookie booth. The incident happened Saturday evening at the Fred Meyer on south 72nd Street and Pacific Avenue.

Girl Scouts of Western Washington acknowledged the attempted robbery on Facebook saying "no one was harmed, although of course they are shaken."

"The attempt was unsuccessful and was a very quick interaction, thankfully," the group wrote. "Girl Scouts of Western Washington was informed immediately, and we are cooperating with the police who are investigating."

"The family has requested privacy at this time, although we thank everyone for their good thoughts and well wishes," the Facebook post said.

The suspects are described as white men in their 20s who wore gray hoodies and blue jeans.

Police officers are investigating the incident.

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