Armed Robbery Arby’s on Philips Hwy

On Thursday, August 22, 2013 at 9:40 p.m. police responded to Arby’s located at 10160 Philips Highway reference to an armed robbery to the business.

Investigation revealed the suspect entered the business, went into the bathroom, exited the bathroom and approached the front counter.  The suspect removed a dark colored gun from a red purse he was carrying.  The suspect demanded money, jumped across the front counter, and placed the money into his purse.  The suspect was last seen getting into a dark sedan (unknown make and model).

The suspect was described by witnesses as a cross-dresser, black male, 6’2”, 160 pounds, thin mustache, wearing red lipstick and a wig with long straight black hair.  The suspect was wearing a white long sleeve blouse and blue jeans, carrying a red purse.

Anyone who has any information about this armed robbery or the whereabouts or location of the unknown suspect is asked to contact the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office at 904-630-0500 or email us at JSOCrimeTips@jaxsheriff.org. To remain anonymous and receive a possible reward up to $3,000, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-866-845-TIPS.