Unit 1: Witness to a Robbery

Summary of the Robbery Incident

• The robbery occurred near Harry's home at night while he was observing from his bedroom window.
• Harry witnessed the robber exiting a shop and removing his mask, allowing him to see the robber's face clearly.

Harry's Description of the Robber

• Harry described the robber as approximately fifty years old, bald, with a prominent red nose and thick lips.
• Additional physical characteristics noted included large ears, tall and thin stature, and a noticeable limp due to an issue with his right leg.

Attire of the Robber

• The robber wore black jeans and a shirt, with a lady's stocking used as a mask.
• Footwear consisted of white sneakers, which stood out in Harry's recollection.

Police Interaction and Outcome

• Harry relayed his observations to his father, who took him to speak with the police.
• The police commended Harry for his keen observation skills, as they planned to circulate a description based on his account.

Arrest and Identification

• Following the description provided by Harry, the police managed to catch the robber the next day.
• The robber was placed in a line-up with other men for Harry to identify; he successfully pointed out the culprit.
• The police proceeded to arrest and charge the identified man with robbery.