June 1, 2009

The Aiken County Sheriff’s Office was called to New Ellenton this morning for an armed robbery at the Hot Spot convenience store. The robbery happened a little after 10:00 a.m. at 831 South Main Street.

Customers in the store said the suspect came in armed with a black handgun and ordered them to the floor. He then demanded money and left with an undisclosed amount. He was last seen in a red or burgundy four-door Dodge Stratus.

The suspect is described as a black male, approximately 20 to 30 years old. He is 6’ to 6’2” tall, weighs approximately 170 pounds. He was wearing a black long-sleeved shirt, black pants, a mask and gloves.

If you have any information on this suspect, please contact the Aiken County Sheriff’s Office at 800-922-9709. You can also call Crimestoppers of the Midlands at 888-CRIME–SC. Callers can remain anonymous and will be eligible for a cash reward of between $50 and $1000.