AMPM clerk threatened during armed robbery in Hesperia

HESPERIA, Calif. (VVNG.com) — A gas station clerk was held at gunpoint and threatened to be shot during a robbery, officials said.

On Monday, February 10, 2020, at approximately 2:41 A.M., deputies responded to the AM PM located at 16081 Bear Valley Road.

Sheriff’s spokeswoman Taylor Reynolds said the suspect entered the location and pointed a gun at an employee and demanded the employee open the register.

“The suspect threatened to shoot the employee if the employee did not comply. The employee complied and the suspect stole approximately $100 in cash,” stated Reynolds

The suspect fled the location in an older model white Chevy Suburban.

The suspect was described as a black male in his mid-30’s, wearing a red and white jersey.

The investigation is still ongoing and anyone with information is asked to call the Hesperia Police Department at 760-947-1500.

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