Apple Valley Valero Robbed; Suspect Detained

APPLE VALLEY – An armed robbery occurred at the Valero gas station located at 17928 Wika Road near Apple Valley Road and Hwy 18 Wednesday night.

Just before 11:40 p.m. the suspect entered the store and proceeded to take unknown items. The store clerk confronted the man and he pulled a gun from his pocket. He then fled on foot toward the back of the location.

The suspect was described as a Hispanic man, 18-19 years old with black hair that was “poofy” on top. He was wearing a long white tank top, blue shorts, and brown shoes. Deputies from the Apple Valley station responded to the scene and quickly located the suspect.

The victim was taken to the location of the detained man. It is unclear at this time if the man detained is confirmed to be the suspect. The story is still developing, information will be updated as it becomes available.

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