Four people are sought in a robbery at a Birmingham business during which shots were fired and a witness was struck by one of the suspects.
The holdup happened Thursday, May 9, at Metro PCS on Avenue F in Ensley. Sgt. Johnny Williams said three men entered the store at 7:12 p.m.
Once inside, the suspects brandished weapons at an employee and a customer and demanded money. The suspects gathered money from the register and fled on foot eastbound toward an alley.
Williams said an armed citizen outside the store confronted the suspects and fired at them. As he chased them on foot, he was hit by a vehicle driven by a fourth suspects. Investigators determined that vehicle had transported the robbers to the store.
Anyone with information is asked call Birmingham police robbery detectives at 205-540-7019. Tipsters who wish to remain anonymous can call Crime Stoppers at 205-254-7777. If the tip to Crime Stoppers leads to an arrest, Crime Stoppers will provide a cash reward.