Crime

Boston police look to ID armed robbery suspect in Roxbury

The department released two photos of the suspect and asked anyone with information to contact detectives at 617-343-4275.

Boston police are seeking the public's help in identifying this person, in relation to an armed robbery in Roxbury on Jan. 9. Boston Police Department

By Eli Curwin

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Detectives are requesting the public’s help in identifying a suspect in relation to an armed robbery in Roxbury Monday night.

The incident occurred at approximately 9:40 p.m. at Marcella’s Market, located at 80 Marcella St., police said.

Boston police released photos of the suspect on the department’s blog and Facebook page, noting “the suspect left the scene on foot, possibly towards Highland Street.”

Authorities asked anyone with information to contact detectives at 617-343-4275. Anonymous tips can also be submitted by calling the CrimeStoppers Tip Line at 1-800-494-TIPS or by texting the word “TIP” to CRIME (27463).

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