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Suspect pointed gun at victim and demanded money, police say

FILE: LaGrange Police Department

TROUP COUNTY, Ga. — Police in LaGrange are asking for the public’s help in locating a suspect they said pulled a gun out on a victim and demanded money.

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On Oct. 8 around 2:30 p.m. officers responded to 1402 Park Ave. after getting a called about an armed robbery.

Officers learned an unknown black man between 20 and 25 years old, about 160 pounds approached the victim as he was in his driveway, pointed a pistol at him and demanded money.

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The suspect forced the victim to open his car, stole more items, and then fled on foot south on Park Avenue.

The suspect was wearing a hoodie with vertical stripes, blue gym shorts, and sneakers.

Anyone with any information is asked to contact the LaGrange Police Department.

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