Lee County Sheriff Deputies are on the lookout for the person who robbed a Circle K store in Fort Myers early Thursday morning.
It happened at the corner of San Carlos Boulevard and Whitewater Court around 1:20 a.m..
Investigators say the robber was armed with a knife and demanded all the cash from the register. He was given some cash before fleeing on foot.
The suspect is described as 5’3”, with a medium to heavy build. During the robbery, he pulled a jacket over his head in an attempt to conceal his identity.
The Fox 4 crew on the scene saw LCSO helicopters searching for the suspect.
Anyone with information on the identity and whereabouts of the suspect is asked to call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-780-TIPS (8477). All callers will remain anonymous and will be eligible for a cash reward of up to $1,000. Tips may also be made online at www.southwestfloridacrimestoppers.com or by submitting a tip on the P3Tips mobile app.
