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Suspect sought in Augusta store robbery

/Photo: Augusta Police Department


Police in Augusta are searching for the suspect in an armed robbery at a store on Tuesday night.

Police said it happened just after 10 p.m. at a store on Stone Street.

The male suspect entered the store, displayed a gun, and then asked for an undisclosed amount of money and merchandise.

Police said the suspect is a white male, between 5’3″ and 5’7″ and weighing about 160-180 pounds.

They were seen on surveillance video wearing a black mask, black hoodie-style sweatshirt, black shoes, red brimmed hat, and light colored jeans.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police.

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