CONVENIENCE STORE EMPLOYEE CONFRONTED WITH HANDGUN FOLLOWING THEFT

(Snellville, Ga., Feb. 26, 2024) – The Gwinnett County Police Department needs the public’s help identifying two individuals involved in shoplifting, where one displayed a handgun to an employee after being confronted.

On Monday, February 19, at around 9:20 p.m., two men entered a convenience store gas station at 4116 Lenora Church Road in unincorporated Snellville. One suspect was seen stuffing merchandise (food) into his hoodie pockets before both were seen leaving the store.

The convenience store employee followed the two individuals, stopping in the doorway, and confronted them about the theft. One suspect produced a handgun before the two of them were seen driving out of the parking lot in a red passenger car.

Both are described as black males, approximately 20-25 years old. One wore grey jeans, a black hoodie, and a black face mask. The other was wearing a Batman hoodie and black pants.

We are seeking tips on their identities. If anyone has any information to share in this case, please contact GCPD detectives at 770.513.5300.  To remain anonymous, tipsters should contact Crime Stoppers at 404.577.TIPS (8477) or visit www.stopcrimeATL.com.  Crime Stoppers tipsters can receive a cash reward for information leading to an arrest and indictment in this case. 

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