Armed robber strikes at area convenience store

An armed robber made off with an undisclosed amount of money after an incident that took place at 2:15 Tuesday morning at Cash 'N' Dash No. 1, 401 N. Osage Boulevard, according to a press release from the Nevada Police Department. Two employees reported that a man had entered the store armed with a black handgun and demanded money. The clerks complied with the demands, giving the thief an undetermined amount of money.

The thief left the store on foot. He was described as a male, approximately 5 foot 7 inches tall weighing approximately 170 pounds, wearing black pants, a black coat, sunglasses and a black ski mask.

Anyone having information is requested to contact the Nevada Police Department, 120 S. Ash, or by calling (417) 448-2710 or the crime tip number, (417) 667-8477.