Full Notification

Release Date: Friday, January 10, 2014
Subject: Armed Robbery
Blotter Number: 2014-400554

Details: The Town of Poughkeepsie Police Department is investigating a report of an armed robbery that took place on January 10, 2014 at approximately 1:19 a.m. at the Shell Gas Station Mart located at 190 Innis Avenue in the Town of Poughkeepsie.

A male suspect entered the store armed with a handgun and demanded money from a store cashier. The cashier complied and the suspect subsequently left the store on foot with an undetermined amount of cash and merchandise. There were no injuries reported during the robbery.

The suspect is described as a white male, approximately 5'10', thin build and 20 to 30 years old. He was wearing a black zippered hooded sweatshirt or jacket, dark colored pants and boots. The suspect covered his face with a blue/white bandanna and was wearing sunglasses.

This robbery is being investigated along with a similar one that occurred on January 8, 2014, at a Stewart's Shop, 6 Manchester Circle, off Route 55 . Whether one suspect committed both robberies is currently under investigation. Chief Thomas Mauro stated ''we have requested and are receiving investigative assistance including increased patrols from the New York State Police, Dutchess County Sheriff's Office and the City of Poughkeepsie Police Department''.

The Town of Poughkeepsie Police Department is requesting anyone with information to contact the Detective Division at 845-485-3670 or their local police agency.