Tuesday, February 28, 2012

Update: Deputies Searching For Armed Robbery Suspect


UPDATE: The Collier County Sheriff’s Office has released store video surveillance images in connection with this robbery.

Detectives are asking for the public’s help in identifying the suspect shown in these images.

Anyone with information is asked to call the Collier County Sheriff’s Office at 239.252.9300, or to remain anonymous and be eligible for a reward call Crime Stoppers at 1.800.780.8477.

Earlier news release:
Deputies Searching For Armed Robbery Suspect
Collier County Sheriff's Office
Posted Date: 2/28/2012 10:30 AM

The Collier County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a man who robbed a North Naples convenience store early Tuesday.

Nobody was injured in the robbery, which was reported at Circle K, 6615 Dudley Drive, at 1:42 a.m.

Detectives said a man walked into the store and purchased a cigar. He left the store and returned a short time later. He pulled a gun from his waistband, pointed it at the cashier and demanded money.

The cashier complied and the robber left the store, making off with an undisclosed amount of cash.

Detectives said the robber was described as black, approximately 5 feet 8 inches to 5 feet 10 inches tall, and around 150 pounds to 160 pounds with a thin build. He was wearing a gray sweatshirt, dark gray sweat pants, and a white and blue baseball hat.

An investigation continues.

Anyone with information is asked to call the Collier County Sheriff’s Office at 239.252.9300, or to remain anonymous and be eligible for a reward call Crime Stoppers at 1.800.780.8477.