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Authorities are investigating an armed robbery that occurred at a Shell gas station on Victory Drive.
Columbus Police responded to the scene at 2218 Victory Drive around 11:25 p.m. on Mar. 12, 2025, after receiving a report of a robbery. Investigators determined that a suspect entered the store brandishing a firearm and demanded money from an employee.
After obtaining an undisclosed amount of cash, the suspect fled the scene on foot.
Police describe the suspect as a Black male, approximately 5 feet 10 inches tall, wearing black clothing, a ski mask and white shoes. Authorities warn that he should be considered armed and dangerous.
Anyone with information about the incident is urged to contact Corporal K. Baldwin at 706-225-4337 or KBaldwin@columbusga.org.
The investigation remains ongoing.