Police search for armed robbery suspect after weekend heist

Posted on January 14, 2019
Bloomington Police say the suspect entered the store an demanded money from an employee while wielding a knife. (PHOTO: Bloomington Police Department)

 

By Katherine Murphy

The suspect in an armed robbery Sunday evening at the Rosati’s location on North Prospect Rd. is being sought by Bloomington Police.

In a release sent this morning Bloomington Police say the suspect entered the store and demanded money from an employee while wielding a knife.

The suspect then took off on foot with an undisclosed amount of cash.

Described as a black male, approximately five foot eight inches tall, the suspect was wearing dark winter clothing, gloves, a mask, and glasses.

There were no injuries in the incident and the investigation is ongoing.

Anyone with information is asked to contact BPD Detective Steve Moreland at 309-434-2359 ([email protected]). Incident report #201900592.

If you wish to remain anonymous, please call McLean County Crime Stoppers at (309) 828-1111. If your call leads to the arrest and indictment of suspect(s) you may be
eligible for a reward of up to $1,000.

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