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Lafayette Police asking for help to solve armed robbery

Posted at 11:09 AM, Dec 08, 2020
and last updated 2020-12-08 12:09:04-05

The Lafayette Police Department is seeking the public's assistance in identifying a man they say robbed a local store.

The incident happened on December 5 at about 9:30 p.m. Police say the suspect entered a Dollar General store, pulled out a black handgun and pointed it at the cashier. He demanded money from the cash registered. He fled the scene on foot, police say.

The suspect was wearing a black mask and a grey sweat suit.

If anyone has any information or can offer any assistance, you are urged to contact the Lafayette Police Department or Lafayette Crime Stoppers at 232-TIPS or by submitting your tip by using our P3 Tips Mobile App.

All callers remain anonymous and can earn up to $1,000.00 cash reward.