Police are on the lookout for an armed robbery suspect who pulled off a heist Monday night in Schuylkill County.
Shortly before 9 p.m. Monday, police say a white male entered Sam’s Place Lottery and Tobacco in Rush Township. The man approached the sales clerk, brandished a firearm and demanded money from the cash register.
With money from the register in hand, he exited the store and fled on foot, south toward the parking lot.
Police say the suspect was wearing a distinctive red and blue flannel jacket, gray sweatpants, and black sneakers. He was also wearing black gloves, a black shiesty, and black hood pulled up in an attempt to conceal his face.
Anyone with information regarding this incident is being asked to contact State Police-Frackville at 570-874-5300. Information that leads to an arrest is eligible for a cash reward.
More From Coal Region Canary
See all stories ›
Flood Watch Issued for Schuylkill County on Thursday
5 hours ago
Nabholz Has Allowed Just 1 Earned Run in 5 Appearances Since Promotion to Eugene
13 hours ago
Schuylkill County Man Used Brother’s Name During Traffic Stop Because He’d Been Sentenced to Jail for Driving on a Suspended License
14 hours ago
Barton Cards Sub-70 Round to Pace Haven; Blue Mountain Sweeps Tri-Match
15 hours ago
PennDOT to Host Winter Job Fair in Schuylkill County
17 hours ago
Schuylkill County Man Wanted After Police Say He Traded Nude Photos With 16-Year-Old
18 hours agoSubscribe to Coal Region Canary
Get email updates from Coal Region Canary by becoming a subscriber today. Just enter your email address below to get started!Support Coal Region Canary
Like our reporting and want to support truly local news in Schuylkill County? Your small donations help. For as little as $5, your contribution will allow us to cover more news that directly affects you. Consider donating today by hitting the big yellow button below ...