THPD investigating gas station armed robbery

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The Terre Haute Police Department is investigating an armed robbery that occurred on the north side early this morning.

The suspect was wearing a "gorilla" mask at the time of the robbery and displayed a handgun, according to Public Information Officer Ryan Adamson.

Upon arrival at the Marathon gas station located at 1301 Fort Harrison at about 2:30 a.m.,  uniformed officers immediately created a perimeter to attempt a k9 search for the suspect, Adamson said. 

"The k9 search was ultimately unsuccessful," he said.
 
Officers were reportedly informed by the clerk that the suspect is thought to be a white male, 5- foot, 7-inches  to 5-foot, 8- inches tall. The suspect is described as having a thin build. He was last seen wearing a black hooded sweatshirt and gray sweat pants. 

The suspect fled the scene with an undisclosed amount of money. If anyone has information relating to this incident they are asked to call the Terre Haute Police Department at 812.238.1661.

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