Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office responded to a robbery at the Family Dollar

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office responded to a robbery at the Family Dollar on 6800 Firestone Road.

When officers arrived, an employee reported that an unknown black male entered the store and approached the cash register.

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The suspect showed they had a can of pepper spray and then began struggling with the till snatch from the employees grip.

The suspect was able to take the till and flee the business on foot.

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Officers surrounded the area.

With the assistance of a Police K9, a subject was taken into custody.

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Detectives from the Robbery and Violent Crimes Unit are on scene conducting an investigation. Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to call us at 630-0500 or they can contact Crimestoppers if they would like to remain anonymous at 1-866-845-TIPS.

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