Police Seek Man Who Allegedly Robbed Store With Hunting Knife

WORCESTER, MA—Police are seeking the public's help in finding a man they say pulled a knife on an employee and demanded cash from the Shell Gas Station on Southbridge Street early Thursday morning.

On July 19 around 3:51 a.m., police responded to 719 Southbridge St. for a report of an armed robbery. The store's clerk said that a man came in, demanded cash, and was holding a large hunting style knife.

The suspect was described as a black male, average build, approximately 23 to 27 years old, wearing a gray hooded sweatshirt, gray pants and gloves. The suspect had his face covered and the witness could not provide any specific facial features.

The suspect took off with the money and met up with another man who was waiting near the rear fence, said police.

This investigation is ongoing, if anyone has information about this incident they can send an anonymous text to 274637 TIPWPD + your message or send an anonymous web based message at worcesterma.gov/police. Calls can also be made to the Worcester Police Detective Bureau at 508-799-8651.

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