Hanover, MD — An overnight armed robbery attempt at a Hanover gas station ended without cash stolen after a clerk refused a gunman’s demands, according to Anne Arundel County Police.
Officers responded around 12:40 a.m. April 21 to the Exxon at 7671 Arundel Mills Boulevard, where a man displayed a handgun during a purchase and demanded money from the register, police said.
Clerk refuses demand, suspect flees
Investigators said the suspect entered the store and approached the counter as if making a purchase. When the employee opened the register, the man produced a handgun and demanded cash.
The clerk refused to comply, and the suspect instead grabbed merchandise before fleeing the store, according to Anne Arundel County Police Department’s Western District report.
Responding officers searched the surrounding area but were unable to locate the suspect.
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Key Points
• Gunman demanded cash at Hanover Exxon but left without money after clerk refused
• Suspect took merchandise and fled; no arrest reported
• Anne Arundel County Police Regional Crimes Unit leading investigation
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Suspect description released
Police described the suspect as a Black male with a thin build, last seen wearing dark clothing.
No injuries were reported during the incident, and authorities have not said what specific items were taken from the store.
Investigation underway
The Anne Arundel County Police Department’s Regional Crimes Unit is handling the investigation and is asking for the public’s help in identifying the suspect.
Anyone with information is urged to contact police at 410-222-4730 or submit tips through the department’s Tip Line at 410-222-4700.
Ongoing case status
No arrests have been made as of Tuesday, and the suspect remains at large while detectives continue to investigate the attempted armed robbery.
