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Tag: armed robbery

August 26, 1993August 25, 2026 georgenhs This Day In Norwood History

Gunmen Rob Nahatan Street Dunkin’ Donuts-August 26, 1993

Two masked gunmen tied up a baker and robbed a Nahatan Street Dunkin' Donuts shop located right next door to the Norwood police station early Thursday morning.

September 14, 1981September 13, 2026 georgenhs Crime, This Day In Norwood History

Unarmed Man Robs McDonald’s Restaurant on Route 1 of Cash Bag-September 14, 1981

An unarmed robber enters a Route 1 McDonald's through a rear service door and escapes with a cash bag after threatening the assistant manager.

September 13, 1978September 13, 2026 georgenhs This Day In Norwood History

Andrew Venskus Announces Closing of 33-Year Guild Square Jewelry Store Following Armed Robbery and Shootout-September 13, 1978

Andrew Venskus announces the permanent closure of Venskus Jewelers in Guild Square after 33 years following a violent armed robbery and shootout.

September 11, 1978September 10, 2026 georgenhs Crime, This Day In Norwood History

Armed Robbery and Shootout Shatter Serene Saturday Afternoon at Andy’s Jewelers in Guild Square-September 11, 1978

Father and son jewelers survive an armed holdup at Andy’s Jewelers in Guild Square, sparking a dramatic police shootout, a downtown foot chase, and a carjacking.

September 30, 1964September 22, 2026 georgenhs Crime, Norwood Police Department, This Day In Norwood History

Armed Robbery Suspect Captured in Cellar After Pistol-Whipping Norwood Clothing Store Owner-September 30, 1964

Natick resident Robert D. Langevin is captured in a Washington Street clothing store cellar after pistol-whipping 61-year-old owner John Rapolas during an attempted armed robbery.

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