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Boulder police seeking suspects in robbery spree
Feb 23rd
Police seek suspects in two robberies, one theft
Police in Boulder are investigating two robberies and a theft that occurred recently and are attempting to locate the suspects who are involved. Police do not believe the cases are related.
Case # 12-2371
A theft took place on Feb. 19 at approximately 12:30 a.m. The male victim was with friends at a restaurant in the 1300 block of Broadway and had gone outside for a few minutes. The victim told police that two men approached him and demanded his wallet. The victim complied.
One suspect is described as being 6’1” to 6’2” tall and weighing about 180 pounds. He has brown hair and an earring in one ear. At the time of the theft, he was wearing a dark shirt and jeans. The other male suspect had brown hair and was of average build. There is no clothing description for the second suspect. Anyone with information is asked to call Detective Tom Dowd at 303-441-3385. No one was injured in this incident.
Case # 12-2345
Also on Feb. 19, a male victim was robbed in the north alley of the 2100 block of Goss Circle at 10:01 a.m. The victim told investigators that he was heading to his parked car when a male suspect approached him and demanded his cell phone. The victim laughed at the suspect, and the suspect cut the victim’s face with a knife. The victim was taken to the hospital to be treated for his injury.
The suspect in this theft is described as a Hispanic male in his late 20s, about 5’8” tall and “skinny,” probably weighing less than 125 pounds. He had short, curly hair and light brown eyes. The suspect was wearing a black hoodie, black pants and black shoes. A black and white bandana covered most of his face. Detective Jeremy Frenzen is the lead investigator. He can be reached at 303-441-1890.
Case # 12-2437
Another robbery took place at Pleasures, located at 2801 Iris, on Feb. 21. A clerk at the store says a male suspect approached him at about 8:10 p.m., displayed a handgun and demanded money. The clerk gave the suspect cash and the suspect fled on foot. This suspect is described as a possibly Hispanic male in his mid-20s, about 5’9” – 5’10”, with an “average” build. He was wearing a light gray hoodie, dark gray sweatpants and black tennis shoes, with a black beanie-type cap, and a blue and white bandana covering most of his face. He was also wearing dark gloves. Detective Brian Scott is the lead investigator on this case, and he can be reached at 303-441-3381.
Those who have information but wish to remain anonymous may contact the Northern Colorado Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or 1-800-444-3776. Tips can also be submitted through the Crime Stoppers website at www.crimeshurt.com. Those submitting tips through Crime Stoppers that lead to the arrest and filing of charges on a suspect(s) may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $1,000 from Crime Stoppers.
Robbery suspect arrested after attempt at convenience store
Feb 7th
Boulder police have arrested a suspect in connection with a robbery that occurred at Boulder Gas, located at 2995 28thSt., at approximately 8:03 p.m. last night, Feb. 6, 2012.
Police arrested 44-year-old Mark Charles Culpepper (DOB 3/15/1967). Investigators believe that Culpepper entered Boulder Gas and asked the clerk to give him some money. When the clerk said he couldn’t, the suspect left the store on foot. The suspect did not display a weapon or make any threats.
Around 9:15 p.m., an officer on routine patrol noticed a male fitting the description of the suspect from the Boulder Gas robbery at the Circle K store at 1480 Canyon. The male seemed intoxicated and said he had a medical condition. After he was checked out by paramedics, he was positively identified by the Boulder Gas clerk as being the suspect from the robbery.
Culpepper faces charges of Robbery, Criminal Attempt and Failure to Appear.
Person of interest in Circle K robbery contacts police; is not a suspect
Jan 25th
The woman Boulder police wanted to speak with regarding the Circle K robbery on Jan. 8 contacted police after her photo was released to the media yesterday.
She has cooperated with investigators and after talking with her, it has been determined that she is not a suspect in the robbery. Police appreciate her willingness to come forward, and thank the public and media for their help in reaching out in our attempt to contact her.
Police are still looking for anyone who has information about the robbery, which took place at the Circle K franchise located at 3185 28th St.
No one can say whether the suspect is male or female; he or she was wearing a hoodie that covered his/her face. The suspect is described as:
- Varying heights have been reported; broad shoulders
- Dark eyes, wearing eyeshadow
- Wearing boot-cut jeans with a hole or tear in the left knee
- Long black gloves
- Black fabric shoes
- High-pitched voice
The case number is P12-347.
Anyone with information about this case is asked to contact Detective Kristin Weisbach at 303-441-4474. Those who have information but wish to remain anonymous may contact the Northern Colorado Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or 1-800-444-3776. Tips can also be submitted through the Crime Stoppers website at www.crimeshurt.com. Those submitting tips through Crime Stoppers that lead to the arrest and filing of charges on a suspect(s) may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $1,000 from Crime Stoppers.
