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Friday, 15 April 2016 09:35

Police probe Madison St. armed robbery

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Roanoke Rapids police are investigating an armed robbery which occurred on Madison Street late Thursday night.

Chief Chuck Hasty said no one was hurt and the victim complied with the demands of the intruders — three people described as black males, one of them armed.

The robbery occurred around 10:30 p.m. in what is traditionally called the no-hundred block of Madison Street.

The men entered the residence and demanded money. They then fled.

One intruder wore camouflage with bandanna on his face. Another wore a black jacket with a bandanna covering his face while the the third wore black clothing

They are considered armed and dangerous.

Anyone with information should contact Lieutenant Charles Vaught at 252-533-2810 or Crimestoppers at 252-583-4444.

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