Man Shot as Couple Robbed on Federal Hill in Providence
Monday, August 07, 2023
A man was shot during a robbery on Federal Hill in Providence early Monday morning.
The victim — a male in his 30s — told police he had been sitting in his car with his girlfriend in front of the Walgreens at 333 Atwells Avenue around midnight.
According to police, the victim said an unknown male suspect approached the driver’s side and drew a handgun, and demanded anything of value in the vehicle.
GET THE LATEST BREAKING NEWS HERE -- SIGN UP FOR GOLOCAL FREE DAILY EBLASTThe victim said before he could hand anything over, the suspect fired a shot, hitting him in the buttocks.
The suspect then reportedly reached into the car and took jewelry, including necklaces and a Rolex, and fled on foot.
The victim was transported to Rhode Island Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
Detectives are currently investigating.
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