Crime & Safety

Armed Robbery Suspect Sought By Canton Police

Police say this man pulled a handgun on an Exxon clerk before running away with stolen merchandise.

CANTON, GA — Canton police are asking the public's help in identifying a man they say committed an armed robbery on Wednesday, Feb. 6.

According to police, the man pictured stole merchandise from the Exxon gas station at 245 Riverstone Pkwy. around 11:25 p.m. Wednesday. After leaving the store, he was confronted by the clerk.

Police say the suspect then pulled out a handgun and pointed it at the clerk before running away towards Lakeview Drive.

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Anybody with information on this man or incident is asked to call 911.


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