Abingdon Police Seek Tips on Armed Robbery Suspect Search

In Abingdon, Virginia, the local law enforcement officers are turning to the public for their help following a frightening armed robbery at a convenience store on Friday. The Abingdon Police Department is hoping keen eyes and sharp memories will aid in their investigation.

In an official statement, the department detailed that officers responded to a 911 call reporting the incident at a convenience store situated in the 600 block of Cummings Street at precisely 10:31 p.m. When police arrived, they learned that the perpetrator had already managed to flee the scene on foot.

According to the police report, the robber entered the store armed, brandished a weapon, and demanded the staff hand over cash. After obtaining money and other items, the suspect swiftly exited the premises.

At the time of the robbery, the suspect was dressed in black pants, a black hoodie, sunglasses, and white shoes. He was last observed heading westward, as indicated in the report released by the authorities.

The department said anyone with information regarding the armed robbery is asked to contact the Washington County Dispatch Center at 276-676-6277.