WPD Investigates Robbery at 1350 Azalea Drive

June 01, 2007


According to Chief Leonard Frost, on May 17, 2007, officers were dispatched to

1350 on a simple robbery call. Upon arrival, officers spoke with victim, Vera Long, which stated that she was in the paint department when two unidentified black males came into the area. Long stated that one black male distracted her husband while the other black male snatched her purse out of her hand. Long stated that the two black suspects then fled on foot towards the jewelry counter where the purse was found later. Long stated that her wallet which contained her identification and other items was missing. Anyone that may have information related to this incident is asked to call the Waynesboro Police Department at 601-735-3192. You may also submit information online using our “Submit a Tip” form.