Bellevue Police arrested a 42-year-old male suspect for attempted robbery at a Bellevue business early Friday morning after leaving behind property which revealed his identity.
At approximately 4:06 a.m., law enforcement responded to an armed robbery on the 1500 block of 145th Place SE. The victim of the case – a 58-year-old male – told Officers the suspect allegedly entered the store carrying a shotgun and demanded cash from the register. The suspect was wearing what appeared to be a gray mask and body armor.
The victim told Police that after attempting to comply with the suspect’s demands, the suspect attacked him by striking him with the shotgun and his fists. In the midst of the attack, the suspect dropped the shotgun, and the victim was able to retrieve it. Now armed with the shotgun, the victim was able to fight off the suspect, who then fled the scene in a white Toyota sedan, leaving behind the shotgun and property which revealed the possible identity of the suspect.
Based on information gathered at the scene, officers traveled to a residence located on the 12000 block of SE 60th Street. Once there, law enforcement located a vehicle matching the description of the suspect’s vehicle. Inside the vehicle, and clearly visible, officers could see evidence related to the robbery. As the officers were investigating the vehicle, the suspect left a nearby residence.
Officers apprehended the suspect and arrested him for several crimes, including (Attempted) Robbery 1st Degree. He was booked into the King County Jail. The suspect also had prior felony convictions and a history of firearms violations. The suspect sustained injuries and was treated at a local hospital prior to booking.
While Bellevue Police praise the victim’s quick actions, law enforcement does not recommend that potential victims fight an armed suspect unless it is absolutely necessary. Instead, victims should put their lives before their possessions and call law enforcement immediately after an incident occurs.
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