COLUMBUS, Ohio — Detectives are seeking information regarding an aggravated robbery that occurred at a business on Sullivant Avenue earlier this week, the Columbus Division of Police said.
The incident took place on Tuesday, September 3, 2024, at approximately 10:50 a.m., when a suspect entered a business in the 1300 block of Sullivant Avenue. Police said the individual removed an item from a cooler and left the store without paying.
An employee followed the suspect outside and asked for payment, according to police. The suspect then pointed a firearm at the employee before fleeing eastbound on foot. No injuries were reported in the incident.
Authorities have released an image of the suspect and are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying the individual. Anyone with information is urged to contact Detective Brad Slone at 614-645-2618 or by email at BSlone@columbuspolice.org.
Tips can also be submitted to the Columbus Division of Police Robbery Unit at 614-645-4665, or anonymously through Central Ohio Crime Stoppers at 614-641-TIPS (8477).