Police on lookout for man who stole gun

Surveillance image of suspect in gun theft incident

ROCHESTER - Rochester Police are asking for the public's help in identifying a suspect said to have stolen a gun from Walmart earlier this month.

The heavily bearded man picked a Gamo Whisper Fusion Air Rifle off a counter, cut the spider wrap off the box and fled when approached by an employee on Jan. 6.

He arrived at the store in a white van.

Tipsters who know the suspect, have any information regarding this incident or know someone who unexpectedly has this item, please call the Rochester Police Department at 603-330-7128 and reference Case #15-103-OF.

Tipsters can also remain anonymous by calling the Rochester Crimeline at 603-335-6500 or text to CRIMES (274637) and type Text4Cash in the body of the text followed by your tip. Tips through Crimeline leading to an arrest may receive a cash reward.