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Two Suspects Sought in Carbondale Armed Robbery

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Carbondale Police are searching for two suspects wanted in connection to an armed robbery this past weekend.

Officers responded to the 300 block of East Mill Street around 2 p.m. on Saturday.
The victim told them as he waited to meet with a female acquaintance in that area, two black male suspects armed with weapons approached him, robbed him and walked away. The victim did not report any injuries. 

The first suspect is described as a black male, in his 20’s, 6’00”, 145 lbs, wearing a black winter hat, a black and white bandana across his face, and a black coat. He was carrying a handgun. The second suspect is described as a black male, in his 30’s, 5’08”, 170 lbs, wearing a black winter hat and a puffy grey and white jacket. He was carrying a knife.  

Anyone with information about this incident is encouraged to contact Carbondale Police at 618-457-3200 or Crime Stoppers at 618-549-COPS.

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