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Police seek suspect accused of robbing Cumberland Farms in Portland

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Portland Police are seeking a suspect in an armed robbery at the Cumberland Farms on Washington Avenue.

Police responded to the robbery around 3:15 a.m. Tuesday, with an employee telling officers a man pointed a gun at the cashier and demanded cash.

The suspect fled with an undisclosed amount of money and headed towards Ocean Avenue.

He’s described as a white male, 5 foot 10 inches, and between 30 and 40 years old.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Napijalo at andjelkon@portlandmaine.gov or 207-874-8906.

You can also contact Portland Police by texting PPDME and your message to 847411.

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