Similarities found in armed robberies in area since July 9
Investigators from police forces in Anniston, Oxford, and Talladega County and City met Monday to pool information on what they believe could be a related rash of armed robberies at local businesses. Up to eight robberies committed since July 9 — five in Anniston, two in Oxford and one in Munford — have distinct similarities, including the description of the offenders, who are two short black men in their early 20s.