LYNCHBURG, Va. – The Lynchburg Police Department is looking for a suspect in connection with a reported armed robbery at Dash Food Mart in Lynchburg.

The incident happened Monday around 11:30 p.m. Police reviewed security footage from inside the store but were unable to confirm the suspect’s appearance due to the quality of the footage, according to authorities.

Witnesses said the suspect was a tall man who was dressed entirely in black clothing and was wearing a face mask at the time of the robbery.

“The Lynchburg Police Department is actively investigating the incident and working to gather additional evidence to identify the person responsible. LPD Emergency Communications did not receive a phone call reporting this incident,” police said.

This remains an ongoing investigation and authorities are urging anyone with information related to the incident or the suspect’s whereabouts to come forward. Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact Detective Hall at 434-455-6155 or Crime Stoppers at 888-798-5900. Tips can also be submitted anonymously online at http://p3tips.com or via the P3 Tips mobile app.