Man Robbed After Leaving Athens Convenience Store

A man told Athens-Clarke County police that he was robbed of $500 early Wednesday shortly after withdrawing the cash from an ATM at Murphy Express on Lexington Road.

The victim told officers that he made a purchase and withdrew the money around 2 a.m. As he exited the store, he says two black men asked if he wanted to buy some drugs. He said he told them no and started walking west on Lexington Road.

As the victim neared Reed Street, he says he was struck from behind and his wallet containing the cash was snatched from his rear pocket. When he turned around, he says he recognized the two men from the convenience store.

The suspects ran toward the BBQ restaurant with the victim in pursuit, according to the police report.  The suspects then entered a vehicle being driven by a third subject and it traveled down Reed Street.

The vehicle is described as an early 2000 tan or brown Honda Accord with tinted windows, a moon roof, a Georgia “G” on the back glass, and a UGA tag.

One suspect is described as 5’10”, slim to medium build, with short black hair, wearing a white shirt, black pants, and Timberland boots. The other suspect, who appeared to be older than the first, is described as 6’, medium to heavy build, mid to late 20’s, possibly with dreads, and wearing a multi-colored jacket.

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