Humboldt gas station robbed

HUMBOLDT – A gas station on Route 924 in Humboldt was robbed by a man brandishing a firearm Friday evening.

State Police at Hazleton said the incident occurred at 7:30pm at 543 Cando Expressway, the Sunoco on Route 924 in Hazle Township.

Troopers said the suspect entered the store, approached the counter, and asked for assistance with lottery tickets. He then partially brandished a handgun and demanded the cash drawer.

The suspect, a 5’9″ 200lb white man, was wearing all black and a mask, troopers said, and got away with $628.

Anyone with information is asked to contact State Police at Hazleton at 570-459-3890.

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