Authorities searching for 2 robbery suspects in Fellsmere

FELLSMERE — The Fellsmere Police Department is searching for two suspects who were involved in an armed robbery of a resident at Sonrise Villas Apartments Thursday night.

The suspects, using a firearm, robbed the resident of his wallet, containing around $200, and a cell phone, according to Fellsmere Police Chief Keith Touchberry. The incident happened around 9 p.m.

The Indian River County Sheriff’s Office K-9 Units helped with the search, but neither suspect was located, according to authorities. There is no description of the suspects at this time. It is an ongoing investigation. 

If you have any information about this incident call Treasure Coast Crime Stoppers at 1-800-273-TIPS (8477) or www.tcwatch.org. You can remain anonymous and possibly be eligible for reward of up to $1,000.

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