North Charleston Police Investigating Disturbing Liquor Store Robbery

North Charleston Police Investigating Disturbing Liquor Store Robbery

North Charleston, S.C – The law enforcement authorities are ardently seeking information on a recent robbery at a liquor store. The North Charleston Police Department reported an armed robbery at Jay’s Liquor store located on the 8500 block of Rivers Avenue.

The alarm was raised on Thursday afternoon when the store clerk alerted the police to the horrifying incident. The police quickly responded and gathered the initial information based on the victim’s account.

The Store Clerk’s Encounter with the Robber

The store clerk narrated how a man entered the store around the hours of 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. He was fully clad in black clothes from head to toe, inclusive of gloves and a mask, with white and black tennis shoes. Notably, a firearm was raised visibly in his front waistband, presenting an immediate threat.

The man allegedly walked around the store before heading to the counter with a bag. Under the threat of his weapon, the worker was compelled to empty the cash register into the robber’s bag. The man subsequently left the establishment, leaving behind a tense atmosphere of fear.

Surveillance Footage and Robber’s Getaway Vehicle

Police, in their initial investigation, thoroughly examined the surveillance footage from the store. It revealed a man, conforming to the store clerk’s description, running in the direction away from the store. He then entered a blue Audi sedan, which is suspected to be the getaway vehicle.

Stolen Items and Public Appeal

According to the North Charleston Police Department’s report, the intruder not only left with cash but also several alcoholic beverages. The authorities are urging anyone with valuable information concerning the robbery to come forward. The North Charleston Police can be reached at 843-607-2076.

The police’s earnest efforts to solve this crime persist. This ordeal has certainly shaken the safety of this small community. Daily operations like these are critical moments where the resilience and fortitude of the community are truly tested.

As the investigation goes on, the community joins with the North Charleston Police Department in the shared hope of justice. The public is encouraged to keep their eyes open and report any suspicious activities to the police.

This is a developing story, and any forthcoming information will be released by the North Charleston Police Department. As witnesses to this unsettling event, we continue to pursue clarity and integrity in these times of uncertainty.


Author: HERE Charleston

HERE Charleston

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