Man Robs Downtown Hotel

An unknown man who claimed to be armed robbed the Red Roof Inn in downtown San Diego Saturday, police said.

According to officials, the suspect entered the inn located at 719 Ash St. just before 6 p.m. and told the clerk at the front desk that he was armed.

He demanded cash from the clerk, who complied. The man then fled the hotel on foot with the stolen money. No one was injured.

Police say the suspect is described as a white male in his 20s. He’s 6-foot-3, 180 pounds and was wearing a black mask and all blue clothing during the robbery.

The investigation is ongoing.
 

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