RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — Richmond Police are seeking the public’s help in tracking down a suspect who broke into a restaurants twice just days apart.
According to authorities, the suspect broke into a restaurant in the 2700 block of Chamberlayne Avenue on Christmas and stole cash. He then returned on Monday morning to steal again, police said.
Anyone with information about the identity of this suspect is asked to call Fourth Precinct Lieutenant B. Prendergast at (804) 646-4195 or contact Crime Stoppers at (804) 780-1000.
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