VIDEO: Man robs 7-Eleven using hand as pretend gun

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Saturday, January 7, 2017
Man uses hand as pretend gun to rob 7-Eleven
A surveillance video of a man robbing a 7-Eleven store with only his hands was released by LAPD detectives.

LOS ANGELES (KABC) -- Detectives with the Los Angeles Police Department released a surveillance video of a man robbing a 7-Eleven store with only his hands.

He entered the store Nov. 16 on El Segundo Boulevard at Figueroa Street.

Police said he simulated a gun and ordered employees to empty the register.

His hand was visible under his shirt and behind his back as he jumped over the counter and took $300 from the register.

Those who recognize the suspect are asked to call LAPD.