Vernon police are investigating a hold-up at a local convenience store.
The robbery took place on Saturday at 2:19 a.m. at the Xtra Mart, located at 1302 Hartford Turnpike, according to a news release.
A lone male entered the store and implied to the clerk he had a weapon, according to a news release. He fled with an undisclosed amount of cash, police said.
The clerk was not injured.
A police dog from East Hartford attempted a track, but was unsuccessful in locating the suspect, according to a news release. Vernon detectives responded and collected evidence at the scene.
No surveillance photos were immediately available, police said.
The man is described as black with a thin build, wearing a green hat, red jacket and black pants, according to a news release.
Anyone with information is urged to call Vernon Police at 860-872-9126.
Callers can remain anonymous, police said.
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