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Smoke Shop Robberies, Shooting Suspect Arrested In Philly (Videos)
A man suspected in three smoke shop robberies, including one where a store employee was shot, has been arrested, Philadelphia police announced on Tuesday, Nov. 26, 2024.
Tyree Hatch, 47, is believed to have carried out the armed robberies at convenience stores and vape shops in Northeast Philadelphia over three days, beginning on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024, according to Captain James Kearney.
The first incident occurred around 1 p.m. at Exotic Convenience Store in the 6700 block of Castor Avenue. Police say Hatch brandished a black handgun, forced a store employee to the register, and fled wit…