Rhode Island

R.I. Police Seeking Suspect in Armed Robbery

The Fall River Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating a suspect wanted in connection with an armed robbery that occurred earlier this week.

On October 15, the suspect entered the 7/11 at 1040 North Main Street in Fall River, R.I. with a hammer.

According to officials, the suspect demanded money from the clerk, while threatening to use the hammer as a weapon.

The clerk then gave the suspect the cash from the register.

The male in the photo is being described by officials as a Hispanic male, with a thin build, with facial hair, and was possibly in his 20's.

At the time of the robbery the suspect was seen wearing blue jeans, a red T-shirt with white sleeves, and a dark colored hat.

Police also mentioned that the suspect has a distinct tattoo on the left side of his neck.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Detective John McDonald of the Fall River Police Major Crimes Division at (508)324-2796, Fall River Police Main Line (508)676-8511, or the Anonymous TIPS line at (508)672-TIPS.

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