LEESBURG, VA – Leesburg police are investigating an armed robbery that occurred Sunday afternoon, October 18, during a planned sale of goods on Edwards Ferry Road NE.
Officers responded to the 800 block of Edwards Ferry Road NE around 4:30 p.m. after a victim reported being robbed at gunpoint.
According to the Leesburg Police Department, the victim had arranged to meet someone to sell items when a second man approached, displayed a firearm and demanded items from the victim.
Police described the suspect as a Hispanic male, approximately 5 feet 7 inches tall and weighing about 130 pounds. He was reportedly wearing a gray and black sweatshirt, jeans and a mask.
The investigation remains active, and police are asking anyone who witnessed the robbery or has information about the suspect to contact the Leesburg Police Department at 703-771-4500.
