Tuesday, August 30, 2016

Suspects captured after armed robbery at 7th and Moffett

(From the Joplin Police Department)

August 30, 2016 at 7:14 AM, Joplin Police responded to a report of an armed robbery in the area of 7th and Moffet Ave.

At this time, it appears that the victim was in a vehicle, accompanied by two newly met acquaintances.

One of the subjects displayed a firearm and robbed the victim of $500.00 cash.

The victim was released unharmed from the vehicle in the area of 7th St. and Moffet Ave.

Officers located the two suspect a few blocks away. Both suspects have been detained. Officers located methamphetamine, cocaine and marijuana in the suspect’s vehicle. No firearm was recovered at this time. The investigation continues.

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