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Alleged 7-11 Robber Arrested

A 51-year-old Petaluma man is suspected of committing a strong-arm robbery at the 7-11 store on N. McDowell Boulevard Thursday night, according to the Press-Democrat.

Louisa Hufstader, Neighbor

A Petaluma police officer Friday spotted and gave chase to a suspect in Thursday night's strong-arm robbery at the 7-11 store on N. McDowell Boulevard Thursday night, according to the Press-Democrat.

Kristen Longenbaugh was riding a bicycle and fled when he was recognized, the report continues; the officer had to cut him off by driving in front of him with a patrol vehicle. 

For more about the robbery and arrest, please see http://www.pressdemocrat.com/article/20130126/ARTICLES/130129642

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