Suspect At-Large Following Robbery of Richwood Road Liquor Store

The incident took place Tuesday evening.

Can you help investigators identify this suspect? Photo provided.

(Boone County, Ky.) - Boone County Sheriff's deputies are seeking the public's help in identifying an armed robbery suspect. 

The suspect is accused of robbing Blue Pantry Liquor on Richwood Road on Tuesday just before 7:00 p.m.

Investigators say the suspect entered the liquor store and approached the counter as if he was going to make a purchase, and brandished a handgun when the store clerk opened the register and demanded money. 

The clerk complied and did not sustain any injuries. 

The suspect was last seen wearing dark colored clothes and black fur boots. He fled the scene in a small red Chevrolet SUV.  

Anyone with information about the suspect is encouraged to contact the Boone County Sheriff’s Office at 859-334-3593 or submit a tip through Crime Stoppers at 513-352- 3040.

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