Local Circle K robbed, investigation ongoing
YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) - A woman robbed a local Circle K gas station, at knifepoint, during the early Wednesday morning hours.
The Yuma Police Department (YPD) said they responded to the Circle K store, located in the area near W 8th Street and S Avenue B, at around 3:00am Wednesday.
YPD also said that the suspect entered the store and demanded money while holding a knife. Once the suspect received the cash, which YPD did not disclose how much she took, she fled on foot northbound from the store.
YPD's Sgt. Lori Franklin is asking for the public's help in identifying the suspect.
"A female about five foot five, reddish brown hair wearing all black with a black surgical mask type deal, had a black hat on with white sneakers," Sgt. Franklin describes.
Sgt. Franklin says if you ever happen to witness a similar situation, do not get involved, just call 911.
"No amount of money or jewelry or anything is worth your life," Sgt. Franklin says.
The Circle K manager was not able to speak about the robbery, but one customer, Walter Amalong says he's concerned.
"If we don't get a handle on it and I mean right away, it's going to be totally out of control and I don't want it for my grandchildren and I know you don't want it for your relatives and siblings as such, so we need to get a handle on it," says Amalong.
Fortunately, YPD says no injuries were reported and it is unknown if any other people were inside the Circle K when the robbery happened.
The case is under investigation and there is no further information at this time.
If anyone has any information regarding the case, they are encouraged to call YPD at (928) 373-4700 or dial the 78-CRIME number at (928) 782-7463 to remain anonymous.
