Armed Robbery Occurs at Portsmouth Boulevard in Portsmouth, Virginia

Portsmouth, Virginia — Portsmouth police are investigating an armed robbery that occurred at a business located at 401 Portsmouth Boulevard. The incident took place on the evening of October 10, 2023. According to reports, the suspect entered the business and demanded money from the cash register. The suspect was armed with a handgun and fled the scene with an undisclosed amount of cash. No injuries were reported, and the suspect has not yet been apprehended. Police have not released a description of the suspect or the vehicle used in the escape.

The Portsmouth Police Department is appealing to the public for any information that could lead to the identification and arrest of the suspect. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Portsmouth Police Department at (757) 393-8500 or Crime Stoppers at 1-888-LOCK-U-UP. Tips can also be submitted anonymously through the Crime Stoppers website. The investigation is ongoing, and further details will be released as they become available.