Robber Who Hit Murfreesboro Store Caught On Camera: Police

MURFREESBORO, TN — The Rutherford County Sheriff's Office is asking the public for tips in identifying the man who robbed a local convenience store Friday. The armed robbery occurred at about 12:30 p.m. at the 96 Food Mart at 3299 Lascassas Pike, according to Sheriff’s Detective Kyle Norrod.

The sheriff's office released surveillance photos Friday of the robber, who was armed with a silver pistol. “He got away with a cash drawer and an undisclosed amount of money,” Norrod said in a Facebook post. (For weather updates and free news alerts for your neighborhood, sign up for your local Middle Tennessee Patch morning newsletter.)

The wanted individual is described by the sheriff's office as a heavy-built man, about 6 feet tall. He wore a black hoodie, black athletic pants and white shoes, and possibly drove a silver car.

Anyone who recognizes the robber or has any information about him can leave a message with Norrod at 615-904-3043 or call dispatchers at 615-898-7770. To check out the Rutherford County Sheriff's Office's Facebook page, click here.

Also, Crime Stoppers is offering a reward of up to $1,000 for information on the suspect. You can call Crime Stoppers at 615-893-STOP (7867) between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Images: Surveillance photos released Friday (Rutherford County Sheriff's Office)