Columbus police are asking for the public’s help tracking down a masked gunman after a trio of armed robberies shook the 2800 block of East Fifth Avenue. The robberies, reported on Feb. 16, Feb. 22 and most recently last Friday, all involved a suspect who pulled a tan semi‑automatic pistol and stole cigarettes, vape products and cash. In one case, officers say the thief also grabbed a victim’s passport. Each time, the suspect reportedly bolted north through nearby yards and alleys after the hit.
Police released surveillance images and a timeline
Detectives have released surveillance stills and a timeline lining up the three incidents in the same block. The first robbery was reported Feb. 16, when officers were dispatched around 10:16 a.m.;…..