Police released information on a gunpoint robbery that took place on Sunday night on the 4400 block of Osage Ave. A 29-year-old man was talking on his cell phone outside of his residence at approximately 7:45 p.m. when an unknown male approached him from behind and pointed a black pistol at his face, according to a police report. He then told the victim to turn around, lie down and empty his pockets. The robber fled with the victim’s cash (approximately $15), according to police.

The suspect is described as a black male, around 30 years old, 5’9″ to 6″, thin to medium build. He was dressed in a dark hoodie (with the hood up) and dark pants. 

Police recently reported that crime had slowed down in the area after a few busy months for them. A few arrests have been made recently, including an arrest of two West Philly residents made after a robbery in South Philly and of a 14-year-old boy after a series of robberies in Powelton.

If you have concerns or questions about crime in your area attend monthly community meetings with police at Calvary Center (48th and Baltimore). The next meeting is scheduled for Thursday, Oct. 15, at 6 p.m.