Armed Robber in Ski Mask Targets Burbank Liquor Store at Gunpoint

BURBANK, CA — A local liquor store was the target of an armed robbery on Monday, prompting a police investigation and search for a suspect. The suspect, wearing a ski mask, held the business owner at gunpoint before escaping with cash.

The incident occurred on January 5, 2026, when the masked individual entered the Burbank establishment. According to the Burbank Police Department, the suspect brandished a firearm and demanded money from the cash register. Fearing for their safety, the employee complied, handing over an undisclosed amount of cash.

The suspect fled the scene on foot before officers arrived. Police are seeking the public's assistance in identifying the robber and are currently reviewing surveillance footage from the liquor store and surrounding establishments. No injuries were reported during the encounter.