Crime & Safety

Armed Robber Hits Bala Cynwyd Gas Station Thursday: Police

The armed robbery occurred early Thursday morning at a Sunoco in Bala Cynwyd, police said.

BALA CYNWYD, PA – A Bala Cynwyd gas station was hit by an armed robber early Thursday morning, according to Lower Merion Township Police.

According to police, the incident occurred at about 4:30 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 8 at a Sunoco gas station at 101 Belmont Ave. Bala Cynwyd.

A black male wearing a black jacket and a black ski mask forced his way into the store, police said.

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The man pulled out a handgun and demanded cash.

The suspect made off with money and cigarettes, police said.

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Anyone with information on this crime should contact Lower Merion Township Police at (610) 649-1000.

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