The following is compiled from police reports. Descriptions of perpetrators are included only when the description makes identification possible.
Elkridge/Jessup
Washington Boulevard, 7300 block, 3:32 a.m. March 2. Man with face partially covered entered Citgo, displayed knife and demanded money. Employee complied and man fled with cash and cigarettes. No one injured.
Rowanberry Drive, 5900 block, 5:04 p.m. Feb. 28. Victim discovered cash and other items missing. No signs of forced entry.
Washington Boulevard, 6500 block, 12:54 a.m. Feb. 25. Man entered store and threatened employee with knife and demanded money. Employee complied. Man fled with cash and cigarettes. No one injured.
Savage/North Laurel
All Saints Road, 9200 block, 6:06 a.m. March 2. Gunman entered McDonald's and demanded money. Employee complied and man fled. No one injured.
Ice Crystal Drive, 8500 block, 10:15 p.m. Feb. 27. Resident discovered front door had been damaged. Attempt made to gain entry.
If you have any further information about these crimes, call Howard County police at 410-313-2200.