Armed Suspect Sought in Early Morning Robbery

TYLER — Tyler Police are investigating an early Thursday morning aggravated robbery. Officials said they received the report of a robbery at the Lavanderia Express laundromat on south Vine Avenue around 5:20. The employee told police that a black male, armed with a knife, wearing all black clothing and a mask, entered the business and demanded money. The suspect reportedly left the business on foot with an undetermined amount of cash. No injuries were reported.

Anyone with information is urged to contact the Tyler Police Department, 903-531-1000 or Crimestoppers at 903-597-CUFF (903-597-2833). Crimestoppers will pay up to $1,000 for information that leads to the arrest and charges filed against the suspects in this case or any felony case.