Detectives with the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office Robbery/Homicide Section are investigating an Armed Robbery that occurred in the 1700 block of U.S. 1 South (Marshalls) shortly after 5:00 p.m. Tuesday afternoon.

The suspect, who was described as a black male in his mid to late 20’s, approx 5′ 03” to 5′ 06” tall and between 125 and 135lbs, demanded money from clerks working at the store. According to eyewitnesses, the suspect had a black handgun in his waistband and left the store heading Northbound on foot carrying a Crown Royal bag with an undisclosed amount of money. He was further described as wearing blue jeans, a bright yellow shirt with a white undershirt, oversized eyeglasses, and a black hat.

A Sheriff’s Office K-9 tracked the suspect to the rear of the store where the scent ended. Investigators believe it is possible a vehicle may have been waiting on the suspect in the area behind Marshalls. Anyone who may have been in the area or may have any information related to this crime is asked to contact Detective Tolbert with the Robbery/Homicide Section or Crime Stoppers.

Source: St. Johns County Sheriffs Office