Police: Suspect wanted in attempted robbery of Pacific Orient Express restaurant

Pacific Orient Express attempted robbery suspect



MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are asking for the public’s help in identifying a suspect wanted in an attempted robbery at Pacific Orient Express at 51st and Burleigh on Monday, Jan. 22

The suspect entered the restaurant with an acquaintance around 2:20 p.m. and then left after paying for the food.  A short time later, the suspect returned, threatened employees, and demanded money.  The suspect did not obtain anything and fled the scene.

The suspect is described as a male, black, in his early 20s, around 5’5” to 6’ tall, with a thin build, a medium complexion and short goatee.  He was last seen wearing a Chicago White Sox baseball hat, a black zip-up jacket with multiple pockets on the front, dark blue jeans, and tan boots.

Anyone with information is asked to call Milwaukee Police at 414-935-7360.