Asheville Police Search for Armed Robber

Asheville --  The public is being asked to assist Asheville Police officers in identifying an armed robber who robbed a convenience store late Monday night while armed with a gun.

On June 9th, at around 10:35 p.m., officers arrived at the 400 block of Depot Street to investigate an armed robbery.  

Officers were informed by an employee that a man had entered the business, approached the counter, flashed a revolver, and demanded money from the clerk.  After leaving with $4,000 in cash, the man hopped into a car and drove away.

The suspect is described as a black male who is between 5'6" and 5'7". He was dressed in a white T-shirt, gray and white sneakers, and a gray zip-up sweatshirt with black sleeves.

Detectives ask if you have any information about the incident or the identity of the suspect, to please contact APD at (828) 252-1110. You can also send an anonymous tip using the TIP2APD smartphone application (search “Asheville PD” in your app store) or by texting TIP2APD to 847411.

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