WATCH: Southwest Philly 7-Eleven Target of Gunpoint Robbery

Philadelphia police say an armed robber got away with $300 and a pack of cigarettes after pointing a gun at employees at a 7-Eleven in Elmwood.
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Man wanted for armed robbery in Elmwood

A still from surveillance footage of a robbery at the 7-Eleven in Elmwood earlier this month. (via Philadelphia Police Department)

Employees were confused. A man walked into the 7-Eleven at 2900 South 70th Street, across from Paschall Playground, and asked them about products they did not sell. He left.

A half hour later, Philadelphia police say the man returned with a gun and held up the 7-Eleven in Elmwood. He first walked around the store as if he were shopping, and waited for it to empty out a bit. He then pointed a gun at employees, striking one in the chest with the muzzle.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ErhVOxtvLUI

The incident took place on October 7th. Philadelphia police released surveillance footage this morning. Cops say the man got away with $300 and a pack of cigarettes.

GIF of alleged robbery in Elmwood

Cops are asking anyone with information to call Southwest Detectives at 215-686-3183/3184. Confidential tips can also be called in to 215.686.8477, texted to 773847 or submitted online.

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