CONCORD, CA – The Concord Police Department is investigating an armed robbery at a convenience store, located at 3200 Willow Road, that resulted in the death of the suspect. The incident occurred just before 11:30 pm last night.
Police say the preliminary findings indicate the suspect, armed with a shotgun, entered the store and attempted to force an employee to open the store’s safe. Another store employee, hearing and seeing what was occurring, intervened firing his own weapon, which struck the suspect. The suspect was pronounced deceased at the scene.
Detectives are reviewing evidence and the investigation is ongoing. Names are being withheld pending notifications of family.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Major Crimes Unit Detective Justin Wilson at (925) 603-5859
No other information was released by Concord Police on the incident
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