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Westmont police hunting for armed robber

Westmont police are offering a reward of up to $2,500 for information leading to the arrest of a suspect wanted in connection with a series of armed robberies in southeast DuPage County.

The man is described as between 40 and 50 years old, standing about 5 feet, 10 inches tall and weighing about 180 pounds.

He is suspected of robbing a Westmont liquor store on Nov. 1 as well as a Burger King in Willowbrook on Oct. 1, a White Hen Pantry in Oakbrook Terrace on Oct. 7 and a Subway restaurant in Darien on Nov. 1.

The man also is wanted in connection with the attempted robbery of an Oakbrook Terrace Dunkin Donuts on Oct. 7, police said.

Anyone with information is urged to call Westmont police at (630) 968-2151. Tipsters may remain anonymous and still receive the reward.