Police Investigating Two Armed Robberies In Downtown Boston

BOSTON ( WBZ NewsRadio ) — Police are investigating two armed robberies in Downtown Boston Sunday.

Boston Police say one of the incidents happened at around 1:40 p.m. at BNC Market at 226 Washington Street. The suspect said he had a firearm, but did not show a weapon.

The suspect is described as a light skinned male wearing a black balaclava mask, brown hoodie underneath a black jacket, light blue jeans, and brown shoes with white edging around the soles, according to police.

Later that day, an armed robbery took place at about 6:30 p.m. at West End Market at 74 Staniford Street, police say.

Police describe this suspect as a Black male wearing a black mask, gray Carhart jacket, black pants, white and black sneakers, and purple surgical gloves.

Boston Police say they are investigating to determine if the two robberies are connected.

Anyone with information on one or both incidents is urged to contact the Boston Police Department at (617) 343-4240.

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