Armed Robbery at E-cigarette Store in Swatara Township

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Jan.10.2024

Armed Robbery at E-cigarette Store in Swatara Township

Armed robbery occurred in Swatara Township, Pennsylvania, as a man with a gun steals cash from an e-cigarette store.

On January 9th, American media outlet WGAL reported that a armed robbery occurred in Swatara Township, Pennsylvania. A man with a gun entered an e-cigarette store located at 4800 Derry Street, threatening the employees and successfully stealing cash.

According to Swatara Township police, the incident occurred at around 5:20 pm on Tuesday, January 9th. An armed assailant entered the store, brandishing a handgun and subsequently making off with some cash.

This robbery case has captured the attention of the community, as the police are currently investigating in search of the suspect involved.

References:

[1] Armed robber holds up vape shop in Dauphin County

Also Read:

[1] Suspects Wanted for Armed Robbery at E-cigarette Store

#Law enforcement #North America #United States #Open system e-cigarettes #E-cigarette #E-cigarettes and Tobacco

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