Help ID Robbery Suspect: Puyallup Police

PUYALLUP, WA - Police this week released surveillance video of a brazen gas station robbery that occurred on Valley Avenue Northeast Tuesday night. Anyone who recognizes the suspect is encouraged to contact Puyallup police.

The strong-arm robbery reportedly happened at the Chevron at 204 Valley Ave. NE in Puyallup around 9 p.m. April 16.

In the video the suspect is seen casually walking into the store, waving to the cashier as he enters, showing no signs of what would soon follow. Heading toward a cooler, the suspect appears to look back at the cashier briefly before grabbing a beverage.

At the register, the suspect waits until the till opens before reaching across the counter and yanking out whatever bills he can grab.

The man is described as white, possibly 26 or 27 years old, roughly 5-foot-7, with brown hair. He also appeared to have tattoos on both hands, police said. Additionally, the gray hoodie he was wearing has roses down the sleeves and a large rose across the back.

Anyone who recognizes the suspect can email Puyallup police at tips@ci.puyallup.wa.us. Refer to case number 1910602006.

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