Crime & Safety

Police Report Armed Robbery at Fullerton Road Gas Station

The man was wearing a mask and also struck the clerk with a weapon, police said.

PHOTOS of suspect in armed robbery courtesy of FCPD.

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SPRINGFIELD, VA — Fairfax County police are investigating an armed robbery that took place Monday afternoon, Nov. 30 at the Interfuel Gas Station that took place in the 7000 block of Fullerton Road (see map below) in the Springfield area.

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A man entered the gas station, displayed a handgun and demanded money, police said. The suspect went behind the counter and struck the clerk with the weapon, according to police. He took an undisclosed amount of money and fled the area. The suspect was described as wearing a mask. The victim sustained minor injuries.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Crime Solvers electronically by visitinghttp://www.fairfaxcrimesolvers.org or text-a-tip by texting “TIP187” plus your message to CRIMES(274637)** or by calling 1-866-411-TIPS(8477), or call Fairfax County Police

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