Normal police asking help to identify armed robbery suspect

Posted on October 15, 2024
Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Normal Police. (Photo courtesy: NPD)

By WMBD TV

NORMAL – The Normal Police Department is asking the public to help identify a suspect who allegedly robbed a Fast Stop gas station in Normal on Sunday.

According to Normal police, officers responded to an armed robbery at the Fast Stop located at 817 W. College Ave. at 9:02 p.m. A masked man wearing black clothing displayed a gun and stole some cash.

No injuries were reported.

The suspect is believed to be 35 to 45 years old.

Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Normal Police.

WMBD News can be reached at [email protected].

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