Two 15-year old males were held up at gunpoint at 7:33 p.m. Monday night. The two suspects remain at large with the firearms, according a press release sent out by the .
The two boys were walking home near the intersection of Princevalle St. and Filbro Dr. when the two suspects, reported to be between 17 and 19-years old, robbed them at gunpoint. The suspects stole the boys' backpacks and gym bags containing personal items and cash.
During the robbery, one of the suspects yelled a gang slur at the teenagers. Both suspects were last seen running south on Princevalle St. after the robbery.
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The victims were not injured during the incident.
Sergeant Chad Gallacinao of the GPD said that the case will be referred to the deparment's Gang Task Force for investigation.
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Police are asking anyone with information to contact the GPD. Anonymous tips can be left by calling the WeTip line at 1-800-782-7463.
