Armed Robbery at Dollar General in Kingston

On Saturday, October 14, 2023, a Dollar General store located at 1000 Broadway, Kingston, New York, was the target of an armed robbery. The suspect, later identified as a 24-year-old Kingston man, entered the store around 9:30 PM and demanded cash from the register. The suspect was armed with a handgun and managed to escape with an undisclosed amount of cash. The exact amount stolen has not been disclosed by the authorities.

The suspect fled the scene on foot and was apprehended a short distance away by responding police officers. The Kingston Police Department, with the assistance of the Ulster County Sheriff's Office, conducted a swift investigation that led to the arrest. During the arrest, the suspect was found to be in possession of some of the stolen items. The suspect was charged with armed robbery and criminal possession of a weapon. No injuries were reported during the incident. The police have appealed to the public for any additional information that could aid in the ongoing investigation.