Tulsa Police: Suspect Wounded By Officer Is 'Mummy Robber'

Tulsa Police say the armed robbery suspect wounded by an officer last week is the so-called "Mummy Robber," who disguised himself with gauze in a series of crimes.

Tuesday, November 18th 2014, 4:37 pm

By: News On 6


Tulsa Police say the armed robbery suspect wounded by an officer last week is the so-called "Mummy Robber," who disguised himself with gauze in a series of crimes.

Sergeant Brandon Watkins said Michael Muehlberg will be charged with six armed robberies once he's released from the hospital.

Muehlberg, 30, was on probation on an armed robbery conviction when he reportedly committed the crimes. He is suspected of robbing an IBC Bank and five check cashing places.

11/14/2014 Related Story: Tulsa Police Release Name Of Robbery Suspect Shot By Officer

On November 13, 2014, he was shot by by Tulsa Police Officer Sherron Jones at the Check n' Go at 3712 East 51st Street. He has been charged with that robbery and obstructing an officer, according to court records.

Watkins said Muehlberg first wrapped his head and hands in gauze and spoke with a Middle Eastern accent when his string of armed robberies began this summer. He later switched over to wearing a wig for his disguise.

7/30/2014 Related Story: Tulsa Police Release New Photos Of Bank Robber

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