Man robs Walgreens pharmacy, takes off with garbage bag full of prescription drugs

AMARILLO, Texas (KVII) — A man robbed a Walgreens pharmacy in Amarillo, taking off with a garbage bag full of prescription drugs.

Around 5:40am, a black male walked into the Walgreens at 34th Avenue and Bell Street wearing a black hoodie, blue surgical mask, and black gloves. He was carrying a black garbage bag.

The suspect approached the pharmacy counter and handed them a note that indicated he was armed and demanded access to the pharmacy area.

The suspect grabbed "an unknown quantity of medications" and threw them in the garbage bag.

He left the scene in a dark-colored sedan. The car was last seen traveling north on Danvers Street.

The suspect is approximately 6-feet tall with a slim build.

The Amarillo Police Department’s Violent Crimes Unit is asking for the community’s help.

If you have any information or video footage related to this robbery, please contact the Amarillo Police Department.

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To remain anonymous, contact Amarillo Crime Stoppers at 806-374-4400, visit amapolice.org, or use the P3 tips app.