WPD searching for armed robbery suspect
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Wilmington Police are searching for an armed robbery suspect.
A Wilmington Police spokesman said shortly after 8 p.m. Friday night, officers responded to the University Tobacco and Vape shop in the 300 block of South College Road in response to an armed robbery.
Police said the suspect displayed a handgun and demanded property from the clerk.
During the robbery the suspect allegedly lost control of the gun which was retrieved by the clerk.
The suspect left the area, but her image was captured on a surveillance camera.
If anyone has any information about the incident or can identify the suspect, call 911 or (910) 343-3609. They may also contact WPD anonymously using the TIP 411 app.
