Armed robbery reported at Edmonson County convenience store

BROWNSVILLE, Ky.- Kentucky State Police troopers are investigating an armed robbery at a business that occurred over the weekend in Edmonson county.

According to a news release from the law enforcement agency, the robbery happened just before 5 a.m. Saturday at the Z Mart in the Sweeden community on Kentucky Hwy. 259 North.

According to police, a man brandishing a handgun entered the store and demanded cash.

The suspect is 5’0″-5’2″ and was last seen wearing black clothing, gloves and a mask.

If anyone has information, you’re asked to contact Kentucky State Police at (270) 782-2010.