The Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office is actively investigating an armed robbery that occurred at a convenience store in Menlo early Tuesday morning.

According to a statement released by Sheriff Mark Schrader, the incident took place at approximately 1:00 am at the Handi-Mart located on Highway 48.

Sheriff Schrader reported that a male individual, dressed entirely in dark clothing, entered the store armed with a firearm. The suspect demanded money from the clerk on duty before fleeing the location on foot.

It is currently unknown how much cash was taken during the robbery. No injuries to the store clerk have been reported at this time.

The investigation into the armed robbery is ongoing, and authorities are working to identify and locate the perpetrator.

“More information will be released as it becomes available,” Sheriff Schrader stated Tuesday morning.

The Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office is urging the public to assist in the investigation. Anyone who was traveling through the area near the Handi-Mart on Highway 48 around 1:00 am Tuesday morning, or who may have seen anything unusual or suspicious, is asked to contact authorities immediately.

Individuals with relevant information are encouraged to call Investigator Jason Burrage directly at 706-857-3411.