Aggravated robbery reported in Emporia
Sunday, April 13, 2008
Around 12:15 a.m., Emporia Police Officers responded to a report of an attempted robbery in the 1000 block of Mechanic St., according to a press release by Sgt. David Devries, of the Emporia Police Department. Upon police’s arrival, they contacted the victim who reported a man approached him and demanded his wallet and car keys. After a brief physical confrontation, the victim got into his home. The suspect fled the scene and was not located early this morning. The investigation is ongoing.
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