A heavy police presence is reported in the area of Highway 321 and South 1st Street as officers search for a suspect following an armed robbery Wednesday afternoon.
Authorities say the robbery occurred earlier Wednesday, and the suspect was last seen at approximately 3:29 p.m.
Police say the man was last seen on foot south of Centennial Bank and Taco Bell, heading toward the wooded area near Deer Acres.
The suspect is considered armed and dangerous.
Authorities describe the suspect as a Black male wearing a camouflage hat and black pants. Law enforcement has also released an image of the suspect as officers continue searching the area.
No injuries have been reported in connection with the robbery.
Residents and motorists in the area should use caution and should not approach anyone matching the suspect’s description. Anyone who sees the suspect should call 911 and provide law enforcement with the location and direction of travel if it can be done safely.
Anyone with information that could assist investigators is asked to contact the Lonoke County Emergency Communications Center at 501-566-1223.
Authorities say additional information will be released as the investigation develops.
ArkansasRadio.com will update this developing story as additional information becomes available.
