Attempted robbery at I.F. drug store; suspect wore Santa Claus beard

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Story Published: Nov 25, 2009 at 8:36 AM MDT

Story Updated: Nov 25, 2009 at 8:36 AM MDT

By Tommy Noel

IDAHO FALLS - Police are on the lookout for a man who tried to rob the Hyway Drug on Northgate Mile Tuesday night.

According to police, the man claimed he had a gun and demanded Hydrocodone. When the employees refused to give him the drug, the suspect ran out on foot.

The suspect is described as 6'2" and 180 pounds. He was wearing a dark blue coat, white sneakers, dark sunglasses, and a false white beard, like Santa Claus.

If you have any information on the suspect, call the Idaho Falls Police Department at 529-1200.

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