Suspect Wanted for Paradise Armed Robbery

Police are asking for the public’s help in catching a man who robbed a Frederick Road liquor store on Feb. 1.

According to police, at around 7:20 p.m., a man entered the Wine and Spirits store on the 6500-block of Frederick Road in Paradise. The suspect pointed a handgun at the employee and demanded money, reached into the register and took cash from the drawer, police said.

The suspect is described as a black male, 20 to 25 years old, approximately 5’ 11” to 6’ tall, with a medium build and light complexion. He was last seen running eastbound on Frederick Road after the robbery, according to police.

Anyone with information about the identity or whereabouts of the suspect is asked to call Baltimore County Police at 410-307-2020 or Metro Crime Stoppers at 1-866-7-LOCKUP (1-866-756-2587). To text a message to Metro Crime Stoppers, send to "CRIMES" (274637), then enter the message starting with "MCS," or e-mail a tip to www.metrocrimestoppers.org. Those contacting Metro Crime Stoppers can remain anonymous and might be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000.