Louisa County, Virginia – Authorities in Louisa County are actively searching for a suspect connected to an attempted armed robbery that occurred Saturday evening at a gas station in the town of Mineral.
Incident Details
According to the Louisa County Sheriff’s Office, the incident took place around 8:30 p.m. on Saturday, January 24, at the Mineral Express Lane Exxon, located along Mineral Avenue.
Investigators say a man entered the gas station and demanded money from the cash register while displaying what appeared to be a handgun. Deputies noted that the weapon looked like a real firearm, prompting the situation to be treated as an armed robbery attempt.
Suspect Flees Without Money
Officials said the robbery was interrupted when another customer entered the store during the encounter. At that point, the suspect exited the business without obtaining any money and fled the scene.
The suspect is described as an older Black man. No further physical description has been released at this time.
Getaway Vehicle Information
The sheriff’s office reported that the suspect drove away in a silver early-2000s Lincoln Continental, traveling onto Mineral Avenue after leaving the gas station.
- Vehicle: Silver Lincoln Continental (early 2000s model)
- License Plate: Virginia tag VUG2365
However, further investigation revealed concerning details about the vehicle.
Stolen Vehicle Discovered
Authorities later determined that the Lincoln Continental had been previously reported stolen in 2023. Additionally, when deputies ran the license plate, it did not match the vehicle, suggesting the tag may also be stolen or unlawfully displayed.
These findings have added complexity to the investigation and may indicate the suspect’s involvement in other criminal activity.
Investigation Ongoing
As of the latest update, the suspect’s identity remains unknown, and no arrests have been made. The Louisa County Sheriff’s Office says detectives are continuing to review evidence, including surveillance footage and witness statements, in an effort to identify and locate the suspect.
How to Help
Authorities are urging anyone who may have seen the suspect, recognized the vehicle, or has any information related to this case to come forward.
- Louisa County Sheriff’s Office: 540-967-1234
- Crime Solvers (Anonymous Tips): 800-346-1466
Law enforcement officials stress that even small details could be crucial in solving the case.
