THPD investigating attempted robbery at gas station

ICN File photo

The Terre Haute Police Department is investigating an attempted robbery at a southside gas station tonight.

According to Assistant Chief of Police Shawn Keen, two male suspects displayed handguns during the robbery attempt at the gas station located at South19th Street and Margaret Avenue at about 8:30 p.m.

​The suspects fled the scene on foot  Both males were described as thin build. One was described as approximately 5 -feet, 9- inches tall and the other taller than 6- feet. Both were wearing a cloth type material over their heads, Keen said.

The case is under investigation and anyone with information is asked to contact the Terre Haute Police Department at (812) 238-1661.