Franklinton police seek man in connection with gas station armed robbery

According to investigators, a man entered the gas station, at 3468 U.S. Highway 1, at about 3:45 a.m. Wednesday armed with a handgun. He demanded money from the employee working the cash register, and he fled the area on foot. No injuries were reported.

The suspect stands about 5 feet 7 inches tall and was wearing black pants, a black jacket and black hat.

Anyone with information about the armed robbery should call the Franklinton Police Department at 919-494-2151.