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Armed robbery at Dollar General in Winston-Salem, police say

Police said two suspects came inside the Dollar General on South Main Street and forced the employees to get on the ground while they took off with cash.
Credit: WFMY News 2

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — Two men robbed a Dollar General at gunpoint Wednesday night, according to the Winston-Salem Police Department. 

Police said it happened right after 9 p.m. at the Dollar General on 2981 S. Main Street. When officers arrived, they spoke with personnel who said two suspects wearing masks, armed with guns came in and took an unknown amount of money. They also said the suspects forced them to lie on the floor before they took off running. 

The Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office (FCSO) responded to assist with a K-9 track. A track was conducted; however, the suspects were unable to be found

None of the employees were injured during the incident.

This investigation is ongoing. 

The Winston-Salem Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in this case. Anyone with any information regarding this incident or similar crimes is asked to call the Winston-Salem Police Department at 336-773-7700, Crime Stoppers at 336-727-2800, or En Espanol at 336-728-3904.

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