OSHKOSH, WI (WTAQ) – Oshkosh police are investigating a strong-armed robbery that took place Friday night.
Police say it happened on Wisconsin Street at Amherst Avenue just after 10 p.m. The victim told officer a robber came up behind him and asked to use his cell phone. When the victim gave the person the phone, the robber punched him and ran away.
Police say the robber got into a blue Chrysler minivan and headed north on Jackson Street.
The victim describes the robber as a black man in his early 20s, about 5’8″ with a slim build and short hair. He was wearing a dark t-shirt and blue jeans.
Anyone with information is asked to call Oshkosh police at (920) 236-5700. Anonymous tips may be left with Winnebago County Wide Crime Stoppers by calling (920) 231-8477, sending a text message with the keyword IGOTYA to 274637 or online.
