Man wanted for armed robbery in Ellwood City, police say

ELLWOOD CITY, Pa. — A man is wanted for the armed robbery of a convenience store early Monday morning in Ellwood City, according to police.

The man, described as being in his mid-20s, having a thin build and standing about 5 feet, 9 inches tall walked into the Uni-Mart around 5 a.m. at the intersection of Sixth Street and Beaver/Factory Avenue in Ellwood City. Police said the man demanded the clerk open the cash register. He ran off after taking out the cash.

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Police said the man also had red facial hair and was wearing a red plaid long sleeve hooded coat, a red bandana around his neck and a black stocking cap with a Steelers logo. He also had gloves on his hands.

Anyone having information on the incident is asked to call 724-656-9300.

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