Authorities Seek Armed Robber

SMITH COUNTY — The Smith County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an armed robbery reported early Friday afternoon. According to KETK, authorities say the robber was armed with a pistol when he held up a Shell Station on Interstate 20 about a mile east of Highway 69. The man is described as African-American, 5 feet 5 inches tall, wearing a dark blue work suit and possibly coveralls. He was also wearing a beanie which covered his face. There was no immediate word on a getaway vehicle description. No injuries were reported.