Birmingham PD: 1 suspect in Walmart robbery arrested; 1 at large
BIRMINGHAM, AL (WBRC) - Birmingham police arrested one man on Monday they believe attacked and robbed a woman in broad daylight in the Walmart parking lot on Montclair Road on Nov. 19.
Jarod Dorsey, 22, faces a second-degree robbery charge and is being held on a $75,000 bond.
"Thanks to all the brave citizens that called in and gave us tips regarding the suspect's identity and whereabouts. This is proof that our citizens are not afraid to get involved and their support is necessary in when fighting crime," Lt. Sean Edwards said in a press release.
Edwards says detectives have information on the second suspect involved and are working those leads.
Police shared video and surveillance images in the hope that someone can help identify the suspects.
Police say the woman had just been to the bank and withdrawn $1,800 and was walking to the store when the men walked up from behind, pushed her to the ground then dragged her around before wrestling her purse away.
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