Two suspects sought in Whitewater armed robbery

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Whitewater police are looking for two armed robbers.  Police say the two robbed La Preferida grocery store on West Main Street a little after 3:00 p.m. Tuesday afternoon.  Officers say the robbers displayed firearms and stole an unknown amount of money before fleeing eastbound on East North Street.  One suspect is a white male last seen wearing a gray zip-up hoodie, multicolored checkered pants, a black winter hat, dark shoes and gloves. The other suspect may have a darker complexion and was last seen wearing a black hooded coat, blue jeans and white shoes.  No one was reported injured.  Anyone with information about this case can contact the Whitewater Police Department Detective Bureau at 262-473-0555 or call Walworth County CrimeStoppers at 800-741-4616.  Tips also can be texted to 274637. Start your message with “TIP4WC” or submit a tip online at whitewater-wi.gov/crime-alerts.