He pulled a gun and demanded money, police say. Hunt is on for Kennewick mini-mart robber
Police are investigating a robbery that happened early Wednesday at a Kennewick convenience store.
A man in his mid-20s walked into the Rocket Mart at the corner of Canal Drive and Edison Street with a bandana over his face at 4:37 a.m. He allegedly threatened the clerk with a gun and demanded money, Kennewick police said.
A witness spotted the man running toward Highway 240, according to police reports.
The robbery is being investigated, and no one was hurt.
The suspect was described as wearing black pants and a black sweatshirt.
Investigators are asking anyone with information to call the non-emergency dispatch number at 509-628-0333 and reference case number KPD 19-27641.
People can also submit a tip through Tri-Cities Crime Stoppers at 509-586-8477 or 800-222-8477. Crime Stoppers offers a reward of up to $1,000 for information leading to a felony arrest. Tipsters can remain anonymous.
This story was originally published July 17, 2019 at 8:34 AM.