LPD searches for armed robber suspect

Published 6:19 pm Monday, November 25, 2019

The LaGrange Police Department is searching for a suspect involved in an armed robbery Saturday night. 

According to a press release from LPD, officers were called to the 100 block of Wynwood Drive where they made contact with a 37-year-old victim who had been attacked and robbed. 

The victim told officers that he was struck with a pistol to the head and that his wallet was taken. 

According to the press release, the suspect is described as a tall, skinny, black male who was wearing all black clothing. The victim did not need medical treatment, according to LPD. 

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact the LaGrange Police Department at (706) 883-2603 or Troup County Crime Stoppers at (706) 812-1000.