He was fired for stealing. They recognized him later when he robbed the store, charges say
The 22-year-old didn’t work at the War Pony Smoke Shop very long.
He was soon fired for theft, the shop’s manager later told investigators.
On July 3, armed with a small steak knife, the man returned to rob the Tacoma business at 2615 E Portland Ave., Pierce County prosecutors allege.
Though the man had a black bandana covering most of his face, a former co-worker recognized him by his facial tattoo and his voice, according to court records.
On Wednesday, prosecutors charged the man with first-degree robbery.
Alexis Krell: 253-597-8268, @amkrell
This story was originally published October 24, 2018 at 2:18 PM.