The Brief
- Suspect allegedly threatened store workers with a rifle during attempted robbery.
- Surveillance shows him fleeing after employees blocked both exits.
- Police offer $2,500 reward for tips leading to arrest.
HYATTSVILLE, Md. – Police are searching for a man who allegedly threatened employees with a rifle during an attempted robbery at a Dollar Plus store.
The incident happened around 1 a.m. on Sept. 25 in the 7500 block of Landover Road in the Hyattsville area.
Surveillance images released show the suspect entering the store wearing a black hooded sweatshirt with three white symbols on the hood, blue jeans and dark shoes.
Armed suspect flees
Police say he pointed a rifle at employees and demanded money but eventually fled without taking anything. No injuries were reported.…