East Providence police search for robbery suspects

EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) – Police in East Providence are searching for two suspects who took part in an armed robbery on Friday.

Police said they are looking for two men who brandished a gun on Friday, December 11 at 3 p.m. in the 100 block of Central Avenue.

In a Facebook post, the department said a woman was lured into the area, expecting to sell an item that was advertised online.

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Police note that the man in the red hat has a cast on his left arm.

East Providence police ask anyone with information or can identify these individuals to contact Detective Kris Ellinwood at (401)-435-7600 ext. 20038.

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