Gun-toting woman sought in pair of San Jose robberies

SAN JOSE — Police are seeking the public’s help in identifying and finding a woman they say used a handgun to rob two businesses at a South San Jose shopping center two weeks ago.

The first robbery at the shopping center on the 100 block of Branham Lane occurred about 10:25 a.m. Aug. 31, said San Jose police Officer Gina Tepoorten. The suspect entered a business, presented a demand note and brandished a handgun she had in her waistband.

As 12:30 p.m. the following day, the same suspect entered a different business at the shopping center, brandished a handgun and demanded cash from employees and customers, according to Tepoorten.

Tepoorten said the suspect escaped on foot with an undisclosed amount of money both times.

The suspect was described as white, short, thin and in her 20s.

She wore a gray hooded sweatshirt, black and white spandex pants, aviator sunglasses and black and white sneakers during the first robbery. In the second, she wore a red checkered jacket, black spandex pants, aviator sunglasses and black and white sneakers.

The jacket was found near the scene, according to Tepoorten.

Anyone with information about the armed robberies can contact Detective Samuel Marquardt at 408-277-4166.

Those wishing to remain anonymous can leave a tip with Silicon Valley Crime Stoppers at 408-947-STOP (7867) or svcrimestoppers.org. Tipsters may be eligible for a cash reward.

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