Masked Man Sought For Two Robberies In Woodbridge

WOODBRIDGE, VA — Authorities are searching for a masked man who robbed two businesses early Wednesday morning along Jefferson Davis Highway, according to Prince William County Police. He's described as black, around 20, 5-8, 150 pounds with a light complexion. He was last seen wearing a blue bandanna covering his face, a black hat, a black hooded sweatshirt jacket with grey sleeves, a white shirt, grey pants and black shoes.

Shortly after 12:30 a.m., police responded to a report of a 7-Eleven robbery at 13940 Jefferson Davis Highway. An employee told police an unknown man entered the store, approached the counter and demanded. He implied but did not show a weapon. He fled on foot after receiving an undisclosed amount of money.

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Later, shortly before 7:30 a.m., according to police, the same man approached the counter of a Shell station across the street, 13801 Jefferson Davis Highway, and demanded money. He implied but did not show a weapon. An employee refused to give him money, so he took the employee's cell phone and fled on foot.

Anyone with information is urged to call 703-670-3700.

Images via Prince William County Police