MELROSE — Chief Kevin Faller and the Melrose Police Department are seeking public assistance as they investigate an armed robbery that occurred early Thursday morning.
On Thursday, Oct. 3 at approximately 3:40 a.m. Melrose Police were dispatched to the Shell Gas Station, 860 Main St. for reports of an armed robbery.
A preliminary investigation determined that a male suspect allegedly robbed the gas station with a knife and then fled the scene.
There were no reported injuries.
The suspect took nicotine vape devices and cash from the register.
The suspect was described as a black male, roughly 5-foot-5, to 5-foot-7 inches tall, wearing a black hoodie, black pants, white sneakers, and a medical mask.
Officers conducted a thorough search of the area and were unable to find the suspect.
Melrose Police are asking anyone who may have information on this incident to contact the department at 781-665-1212 or Melrose Detectives at 781-979-4473
