Barber Shop Owner Beaten And Robbed

(Memphis) Police are looking for the man and woman who beat and robbed the owner of a barbershop early Monday morning.

It happened before dawn at Uptown Barbershop in the 500 block of North Third Street.

Officers on the scene said the victim was set up by a woman he knows.

They say he was pistol whipped, handcuffed, and then robbed of several items from the business.

A friend who lives near the barber shop says the owner, who is also a friend, showed up at his home still wearing the handcuffs and asking for his help.

Police have not released a description of the suspects.

If you know anything, call CrimeStoppers at 528-Cash.