Armed robber with ski mask leads to a foot pursuit

Published September 18, 2021 10:34 AM

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) - The Yuma Police Department arrested a robber wearing a red ski mask and armed with a knife.

The suspect displayed the knife, took an undisclosed amount of money and other goods before leaving the scene near S. 4th Avenue and W. 17th Street.

Shortly after 5:00 a.m. Saturday, YPD was informed about the suspect who was wearing a red ski mask, black clothing and a pink backpack.

Police located the suspect and made the arrest after a short foot pursuit.

If you have any information on this case, please contact YPD at (928) 373-4700 or 78-CRIME to remain anonymous.

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April Hettinger

April was born and raised in San Diego where she loved the beach town and her two dogs, Lexi and Malibu. She decided to trade the beach for the snow and advanced her education at Northern Arizona University in Flagstaff.

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