Watch CBS News

Police: Suspect Threatened To Shoot Man During Gas Station Robbery

NORTH UNION TWP. (KDKA) -- Police say a Fayette County man threatened to open fire during a gas station robbery.

It happened around 10:30 p.m. Friday at Sweet Pea's Gas Station on Connellsville Street in North Union Township.

Pennsylvania State Police say Troy Duane Ford, 45, walked in and demanded $200. He allegedly threatened to shoot Randall Lee Thomas, 52, if he did not give him the money.

Join The Conversation On The KDKA Facebook Page
Stay Up To Date, Follow KDKA On Twitter

Ford was handed $160 and he fled the scene in a Jeep Grand Cherokee.

He was later apprehended and lodged in the Fayette County Prison, charged with felony robbery, terroristic threats and theft by unlawful taking or disposition.

View CBS News In
CBS News App Open
Chrome Safari Continue
Be the first to know
Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting.