Armed Robber Tries To Hit Solon Chipotle

SOLON, OH — Police are searching for an armed robber attempted to hit the Chipotle Mexican Grill, 33599 Aurora Road, on Aug. 10. The robber wore a grey mask that obscured most of his face and fled without getting any cash.

The incident took place at about 6:30 a.m. An employee of Chipotle's arrived at the restaurant to do prep work for an event, prior to the store opening. As he was milling about, he heard a knock at the door. He answered it, thinking it was another employee.

Instead, he was greeted by a masked man pointing a silver handgun at him. The robber was a black man, approximately 5'8 or 5'9, weighing about 180 pounds. The employee screamed and the would-be robber ran off.

A blue Pontiac G6, with a white door, was seen in the parking lot of the restaurant prior to the incident. Police say that's unusual because, at 6:30 a.m., there's rarely more than one vehicle in the lot. (To stay up to date on local stories, subscribe to the Patch Solon newsletter. As news breaks and the story develops, you will be the first to receive updates from Patch.)

The detective bureau is continuing to investigate the incident. If anyone has information, they are asked to contact Det. Sgt. Hoffman at 440-337-1465. Any information can remain confidential.

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