Crime & Safety

Police: Two Robberies In Two Days on Ridge

Two bank robberies occurred on Ridge Avenue in two days.

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Just about 48 hours after the on Ridge Avenue was robbed, the a few blocks away was robbed Thursday around 5 p.m., a release from the Philadelphia Police Department stated. 

A man entered the bank with a demand note and got away with an unknown amount of money, police said. 

According to an earlier story the man is described as a white male, 25-30 years of age, 5 feet 10 inches tall, thin build, and weighing approximately 145 pounds. 

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Police ask anyone with a tip regarding the robber or his whereabouts to call 215.686.TIPS (8477) or contact them online here.

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