AKRON, Ohio — The Akron Police Department is asking for the public’s help in tracking down the man accused of robbing a postal carrier at gunpoint on Monday afternoon.
According to a release, a male suspect robbed the postal carrier in the 900 block of Bisson Avenue at approximately 4 p.m.
“During the robbery, the suspect kept his right hand in his coat pocket and told the victim he had a gun before demanding his property. The suspect took property from the 32-year-old postal carrier and fled westbound on Diagonal Road,” Akron police stated.
Police describe the suspect as approximately 16-20 years old, standing between 5’4″ and 5’6″ tall and weighing between 120-150 pounds. He was last seen wearing a black coat, dark-colored pants, a ski mask and what appeared to be red gloves. The suspect’s face was apparently covered during the robbery.
Anyone with information about the incident is encouraged to call the Akron Police Department Detective Bureau at 330-375-2490 or 330-375-2Tip.
Citizens may also provide anonymous information to any of the following:
- The Summit County Crimestoppers
- 330-434-COPS
- Text TIPSCO with your tips
- 274637
