Tyler Police Search for Armed Robbery Suspect

TYLER — Tyler Police are investigating two armed robberies. Officials said an armed suspect reportedly robbed the Valero gas station, 1301 WSW Loop 323, around 9:30 last night. According to the clerk, a Hispanic man wearing a blue hoodie, jeans, and something covering his face had displayed a handgun and demanded money. He fled the scene with an unknown amount of cash. Authorities said about 10 minutes later, they received a report of another armed robbery at the Food Fast, 5120 Old Jacksonville Highway. The suspect’s description was the same as the previous. An undisclosed amount of cash was taken. No injuries were reported. Contact police with any information.