Masked Robber Beats Employee, Flees Statesville Vape Shop With Cash
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A masked man robbed Statesville Tobacco & Vape, assaulted an employee, and fled with cash; police are seeking tips.Summary
A masked man robbed Statesville Tobacco & Vape on Wilkesboro Highway on Sunday morning, assaulted an employee, and fled with an undisclosed amount of cash. The employee was hospitalized with serious injuries. Police described the suspect as a Black man wearing a black ski mask and dark clothing. The Criminal Investigations Division is seeking the public's help to identify and locate him. This incident is among other recent armed robberies in Statesville, including one at a Dollar General in January 2025 and another at a Newton Drive store where two suspects were arrested. Investigators continue to rely on tips to track down the suspect from Sunday's robbery.
(Source：Hoodline)
