CPD Investigating Armed Robbery

Crawfordsville Police are investigating a report of an armed robbery at a local truck stop.

On Dec. 26, a little after 2 a.m., Crawfordsville Police responded to a report of an armed robbery at McClure’s Oil, a truck stop located at 1900 Smith Ave.

According to initial reports, a male suspect of medium height and build entered the business while displaying a handgun. The suspect demanded cash, which the employee complied with, handing over an undisclosed amount.

The suspect’s face and head were covered, making it difficult to determine age or race. The suspect was described as wearing gloves, a large flannel-style coat, brown pants and light-colored shoes. No vehicle description is available at this time.

After obtaining the money, the suspect fled the scene. Officers conducted a search of the area and checked in with nearby businesses but did not locate the suspect.

CPD Det. Geoff Payne is leading the investigation. Anyone with information regarding this incident is urged to contact Detective Payne at (765) 362-3762, ext. 215. The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office is assisting in the investigation, which remains ongoing.