PRESS RELEASE
The Palestine Police Department is investigating an armed robbery that took place at the Pitt Stop Store located at North Link St and Kickapoo St. On 01-11-2012 a man entered the store just before closing. The suspect displayed a handgun and demanded money from the store clerk. The suspect made away with an undetermined amount of money.
Initial information indicates that the suspect may have been a black male wearing black clothing, a black and grey ski mask, and black gloves. The suspect was armed with a black handgun. He was described as being approximately 5’5 with a stocky build. The suspect fled the scene on foot and ran in a westerly direction from the scene.
The Palestine Police Department is currently working some leads into the case. However the Police Department is asking that any person that may have information concerning this or any other matter call the Palestine Police Department at 903-729-2254 or Crime Stoppers at 903-729-TIPS (8477).
For additional information please contact Sgt. James Muniz at 903-731-8477 or call Detective Nathan Allen at 903-731-8468.
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