Suspects sought in strong-arm robbery near 27th and Ohio

MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- Milwaukee police are requesting the public's assistance in identifying and locating suspects wanted in a strong-arm robbery that took place on June 20.

Officials say the suspects entered a store near 27th and Ohio Avenue around 4:42 p.m. and concealed property. 

When confronted by store security, suspect #1 struck the security guard. Both suspects then fled the scene in a vehicle.

Suspect #1 is described as an African American male, 30-35 years of age, 5’6” tall, 200 pounds, heavy build and a full beard. He was last seen wearing a light blue hooded sweatshirt, black cargo shorts, gray shoes and had a backpack. 

Suspect # 2 is described as a white female, 25-30 years of age, 5'4", 140-150 pounds, long blonde hair and had tattoos on both legs. She was last seen wearing a white American Eagle hooded sweatshirt, pink shirt, blue jean shorts and had a backpack.

Anyone with any information is asked to contact Milwaukee police at (414) 935-7262 or Crime Stoppers at (414) 224-TIPS or P3 Tips App to remain anonymous.