Update: Arrest made in Business Robbery Investigation
Updated: December 20, 2019, 9:45 a.m.
On December 10, 2019, approximately 8:50 p.m., Newport News police responded to Sunoco, at 15215 Warwick Blvd., in reference to a robbery from the business. A preliminary investigation revealed that an unknown male entered the business, brandished a firearm, and demanded money. The suspected took an undisclosed amount of U.S. Currency and fled on foot south of the business. No injuries were reported.
After further investigation, warrants were obtained charging 19-year-old Torik Raschaad Moore, of the 3500 block of Katherine Street in Hampton. Mr. Moore was arrested approximately 6:43 p.m. December 18, 2019, in the 3500 block of Katherine Street and subsequently turned over to the custody of the Newport News City Jail. He is charged with two counts each abduction and robbery; four counts use of a firearm in the commission of a felony; and one count each wearing body armor and wearing a mask.
Original release:
On December 10, 2019, approximately 8:51 p.m., Newport News police responded to Sunoco, at 15215 Warwick Blvd., in reference to a robbery from the business. A preliminary investigation revealed that an unknown male entered the business, brandished a firearm, and demanded money. The suspected took an undisclosed amount of U.S. Currency and fled on foot south of the business. No injuries were reported.
The suspect is described as a black male with a light complexion, about 5-foot-4. He was wearing a gray hoodie, dark pants, black and white shoes, what appeared to be blue nitrile gloves, and an unknown item covering his face. He appears to have some sort of marking/tattoo on his right wrist.
Anyone with information that can identify the suspect or further assist in the investigation is asked to call the anonymous Crime Line at 1–888-LOCK-U-UP or submit an anonymous tip online at P3Tips.com. Crime Line callers may remain completely anonymous, are never required to testify in court and could be eligible for a cash reward of up to $1,000 for information leading up to an arrest.
