York convenience store robbed at gunpoint early today

Scene of early Sunday armed robbery in York, Maine (Google photo)

YORK, Maine - Police are on the lookout for a suspect in an armed robbery that occurred at a York convenience store early this morning.

According to police reports, the incident occurred around 1:30 a.m. when a gun-wielding suspect walked into the Route 1 Mr. Mikes Mobil, demanded money from the clerk and fled on foot with the loot.

Through the course of the investigation it was learned that the suspect brandished a firearm outside the store to a vehicle with two occupants prior to entering.

The suspect is described as a white male, about 5'2" to 5'4" with a thin build and brown hair. He was wearing a black hooded sweatshirt, black basketball style shorts, black socks and red sneakers. The firearm is described as an unknown caliber revolver.

If you have any information, please contact the York Police Department at (207)-363-4444.

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