Bristow Man Shot with BB-Gun in Armed Robbery; Drug Deal

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policecrusierclosePolice are searching for two men who allegedly robbed a 20-year-old Bristow man in the area of Tartan Hills Parkway and Broadsword Drive in Bristow Sept. 24 at 1:35 p.m.

Police believe the victim made arrangements to meet the two individuals to purchase marijuana.

"During the transaction, two unknown men began assaulting the victim and, at one point, one of them pulled out a handgun while the other suspect began searching the victim’s pockets," police spokesperson Officer Jonathan Perok said.  "The suspects took the victim’s wallet containing money and other items before fleeing."

The victim drove to Braemar Village Center and contacted police.

"While officers were speaking with the victim, it was discovered that he had been struck in the abdomen area by multiple BB rounds," Perok said.

The victim was transported to an area hospital for treatment of minor injuries.

Police did not locate the suspects.

Anyone with information relating to this case should contact Crime Solvers at 703-670-3700 or 1-866-411-TIPS.

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