Woman assaulted in armed robbery in Wheaton garage stairwell (Photo)

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A woman was assaulted and robbed at gunpoint in the stairwell of a garage at Wheaton Plaza on October 11, according to Montgomery County police. Around 9:00 PM, the victim walked from the mall's food court to a parking garage on the property. Police say she was followed by three masked men, and then confronted in the stairwell of the garage.

One suspect assaulted and threatened her at gunpoint, as a second suspect reached into her pants and snatched her wallet, detectives allege. The third suspect acted as a lookout, they say. All three then fled the scene on foot.

The suspect who was armed with a handgun is described by police as a Latino male in his late teens, 5’ 5”, and weighing approximately 150 pounds. He was wearing a black hoodie, black pants, black and white Adidas tennis shoes, and a black backpack.

The second suspect is described as an African-American male, 5’ 8”, and weighing approximately 165 pounds. He has black eyes and brown hair. He was wearing a black hoodie, dark blue pants, orange shoes, and a black backpack.

The third suspect is described as an African-American male. He was wearing a black hoodie, black pants, black shoes, and had a black backpack. Suspect #3 is seen at left in the photo above; to his right is Suspect #2. If you can identify either or both, detectives would appreciate your help.

Anyone with information regarding the suspects or this armed robbery is asked to call the 4th District Investigative Section at 240-773-5530. Those who wish to remain anonymous may call Crime Solvers of Montgomery County toll-free at 1-866-411-TIPS (8477). Crime Solvers will pay a cash reward of up to $10,000 for information provided to them that leads to an arrest in this case.