A game console seller was robbed Tuesday by the intended buyer despite arranging to meet right in front of a police department jail lobby. League City Police Department said the armed robber then got behind the wheel of a sedan and led officers on a chase.
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LCPD said the original crime took place at about 4 p.m. in the 500 block of West Walker Street, which is where police headquarters is located.
The video above is from a previous report on safe online transactions.
According to investigators, a man wrestled the console away from the seller. The victim looked up and saw a gun.
The suspect took off in a Nissan Altima heading north on I-45 Gulf Freeway, prompting Webster police to help in the pursuit.
The suspect then got off the freeway and headed east on Bay Area Boulevard before losing officers near Highway 3.
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Police have not provided a description of the suspect.
Eyewitness News has reported in the past on ways to ensure a safe sale, based on law enforcement recommendations. Topping those tips is arranging for a police station meetup.
"Beyond the usual advice to meet in a public place, meeting in the parking lot of a police station to make your transaction only adds an extra layer of security," a prior ABC13 report stated.
While it's not immediately known whether the victim did the sale on his or her own, law enforcement officials also suggest to bring a friend or family member along.
SEE MORE: 7 ways to stay safe while buying or selling online