NEW CASTLE, DELAWARE (12/24/2014) A BP Gas Station near New Castle was robbed by a masked gunman, state police reported Monday.
The crime happened about 5 p.m. Sunday at 1713 New Castle Ave. (Route 9).
The male robber, about 5-feet-9 and wearing black clothing and white sneakers, armed with a handgun, demanded money from the register. A 31-year-old male employee complied and the robber fled with the cash. The employee was not hurt.
Police asked anyone with information to call 302-834-2630.
Tips also may be submitted anonymously through Delaware Crime Stoppers, which offers rewards, at 800-847-3333 or www.tipsubmit.com.
State police offer tips to businesses to help avoid robberies