Police search for armed robber who held up south Charlotte Starbucks

On Monday afternoon, an armed robber held up the Starbucks on Tyvola Road near Interstate 77 in south Charlotte, police said.

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The suspect went into the store at about 4 p.m. and pointed a gun at two employees and left with money from the register.

The police ensured its presence was known Tuesday with a cruiser parked in front all day.

The suspect has not been caught.

“Wow, I’m shocked,” said Marlenis Lopez, a customer. “It’s very, busy. I never thought of that happening here.”

A representative for Starbucks said the well-being of its customers and employees is the top concern.

The restaurant was closed Tuesday afternoon, however, the drive-thru was open for customers.

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