Armed robbery reported at Market St. motel

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Wilmington Police are looking for two men in connection with a robbery at a motel.

A WPD spokeswoman said the robbery happened at the Red Roof Inn on Market Street last night before 7 p.m. The victim reported as he was returning to his room, two black males approached him. One was wearing a white sweatsuit and the other had a handgun. The victim said he dropped his wallet and the robbers took money and left in the direction toward the Target. No injuries were reported and no arrests have been made.

City leaders have warned businesses on Market Street to “clean it up” following a deadly shooting.