Woman Robbed At Gunpoint At Flossmoor Gas Station: Police

FLOSSMOOR, IL — Flossmoor police are investigating after a woman was robbed at gunpoint late Saturday at a gas station, according to an e-cop alert.

On Aug. 9, at approximately 10:48 p.m., Flossmoor Police were called to the Tornado Gas Station located at 3950 Vollmer Road for an armed robbery that occurred moments prior. The suspect is described as a medium-built male who was wearing a ski mask, white shoes, a black t-shirt, and gray pants. The suspect showed a handgun and took the victim's purse, police said. The incident happened near the tire air pumps of the gas station. The victim was not physically injured.

The suspect was last seen running northbound from the scene towards Meijer. A police K-9 track was completed with negative results. Flossmoor's investigations division is now working on the case, including utilizing video camera footage from the area.

The Flossmoor Police Department encourages residents to be mindful of their surroundings. Always try to park in well-lit and well-populated areas as well as close to your destination. Residents and business owners with security cameras in the area are asked to review their footage for any suspicious activity. If any member of the community has any further information about the incident, please contact the Flossmoor Police Department at (708)957-4500.