Boston Police seek public’s help to identify person of interest in armed robbery in Roxbury

BOSTON — Boston Police are seeking the public’s help in identifying a person of interest in connection with a weekend armed robbery that occurred in Roxbury.

The armed robbery by knife occurred at approximately 1:59 p.m. Sunday in the area of 450 Melnea Cass Boulevard, police said.

Police described the suspect as a Black male who was wearing a red winter hat with fur on the front, a red plaid scarf, black jacket, black pants, and black shoes.

The suspect crossed the parking lot and went down Williams Street and made a right onto Washington Street, police said.

Anyone with information is strongly urged to contact Boston Police detectives at 617-343-4275.

Community members wishing to assist investigators anonymously can do so by calling the CrimeStoppers Tip Line at 1-800-494-TIPS or by texting the word ‘TIP’ to CRIME (27463). Boston Police said investigators will guard and protect the identities of tipsters who come forward with any information.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates as more information becomes available.

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