Security cameras capture alleged robbery in progress outside northwest Columbus bar

Adam Conn
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COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – Surveillance cameras outside of a northwest Columbus bar captured an alleged robbery in progress nearly one week ago.

According to a Columbus Division of Police incident report, a robbery took place in the parking lot of Yogi’s Bar and Grill on West Henderson Road, near Kenny Road, in the Governours Square area. Police said that on April 12 at 1:41 a.m., an adult male approached the victim outside of the bar and pointed a handgun at him while demanding all of his money.

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Images from security cameras at and outside of Yogi’s Bar and Grille capture a suspect wanted for aggravated robbery. (Courtesy/Columbus Division of Police)
Images from security cameras at and outside of Yogi’s Bar and Grille capture a suspect wanted for aggravated robbery. (Courtesy/Columbus Division of Police)

The victim threw all of his cash on the ground before the suspect picked it up and fled the scene. Security cameras were able to capture images of the suspect inside of the bar and outside during the alleged incident.

The suspect is believed to be between the ages of 21 and 23 years old and is wanted for aggravated robbery. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Columbus Police Robbery Unit at 614-645-5665. Persons wishing to remain anonymous may contact Central Ohio Crime Stoppers at 614-4655-TIPS (8477).

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