PHILIPSBURG--Police patrols rushed to Union Caribe on Cannegieter Street where an armed robbery took place at approximately 3:15pm Friday. According to police officers, a man entered the business, pulled a firearm and threatened to use it if no cooperation was given.
“After robbing the establishment of an undisclosed amount of cash the suspect walked outside of the building, stepped into an awaiting car and left the scene. Shortly after, a vehicle resembling the escape vehicle was located in the Philipsburg area. This vehicle was confiscated for further investigation.
“The Special Unit Robbery is asking anyone who has information in connection with this investigation to get in contact with the Police Department by calling 542-2222 ext. 213/214, 911 or the anonymous tip-line #9300,” according to police on Monday.
