Birmingham Gas Station Robbery Under Investigation

BIRMINGHAM, AL — A robbery investigation is underway after an incident Oct. 28 at a Birmingham Chevron location. The Birmingham Police Department is requesting assistance from the public in identifying the suspect in recently released robbery video and photos.

At approximately 1:23 a.m. on Monday, Oct. 28, the suspect entered the Chevron gas station located at 301 Robison Drive, walked throughout the store and approached the counter as though he was about to make a purchase, according to Sgt. Johnny Williams of the Birmingham PD.

The suspect then pulled a knife and attempted to jump over the counter at the clerk. As the suspect attempted to cross the counter, the clerk confronted the suspect with a broom to keep him from crossing the counter.

The suspect managed grab items from the counter area before leaving the location on foot. There were no injuries during the incident.

Anyone with information about this suspect or this case is asked to contact BPD Robbery Detectives at 205-254-1753.