Detectives in Anne Arundel County are trying to track down a man who, police say, pulled a gun on a clerk and robbed an Exxon in Hanover early Tuesday morning. Investigators report that the suspect flashed a handgun after a store employee opened the cash register. When the worker refused to hand over any money, the man grabbed the merchandise and ran from the scene. Officers canvassed the surrounding area but were unable to find him, and the investigation remains active.
What police say
According to FOX45, officers were called around 12:40 a.m. on April 21 to the Exxon at the Mills. The gas station employee told investigators the man came in asking to buy something, then pulled a handgun and demanded cash from the register. Detectives describe the suspect as a Black man with a thin build who was wearing dark clothing. Officers searched the area but did not locate him.
Where it happened
The Exxon at the Mills is listed at 7671 Arundel Mills Boulevard in Hanover on Exxon’s public station directory. That listing matches the address tied to the police response in the early-morning hours.
Police response
Detectives assigned to the Regional Crimes Unit are handling the case and are asking anyone with information to call 410-222-4730 or the Anne Arundel County Police Tip Line at 410-222-4700, according to the Anne Arundel County Police Department. Investigators say community tips and surveillance footage could help identify the person responsible.
Neighborhood context
This pre-dawn holdup follows other incidents around Arundel Mills. Hoodline previously reported a daylight strong-arm robbery at Arundel Mills Circle in January, highlighting ongoing concerns about convenience-store thefts in the area. Police are again asking anyone with footage or information to come forward to assist the investigation.
Anyone who witnessed the incident or has video from the area is urged to call detectives at 410-222-4730 or the Tip Line at 410-222-4700. Police say tips can be left anonymously and will be reviewed by the department’s Regional Crimes Unit.
