On July 13, Memphis police say a man walked into the Circle K on Highland Street, pointed a black handgun with an extended magazine at employees, forced them to open the cash registers, and then took off toward Spotswood Avenue.
According to the Memphis Police Department, the suspect was last seen in a blue hoodie pulled over his head, gray sweatpants, red slide shoes, and a black face mask. He is described as having a medium-to-heavy build and a medium-to-dark complexion.
What police say happened inside the store
As reported by Action News 5, investigators say the man brandished the handgun, grabbed an undisclosed amount of cash, and ran from the store toward Spotswood Avenue. The outlet published a surveillance image, credited to the Memphis Police Department, that shows a figure dressed in clothing matching the description officers released.
Convenience-store holdups remain a problem
Local outlets have repeatedly documented armed robberies at convenience stores across Memphis in recent years; armed duo suspected in Circle K robbery is one recent example. The Memphis Police Department catalogs business-robbery incidents and other crime trends in its public reports, which offer context on how often retail locations are targeted.
How to share tips
Police say anyone with information or video footage that could help the investigation should contact CrimeStoppers at 901-528-CASH, according to Action News 5. Tipsters may be eligible for a reward through CrimeStoppers.
