An employee was assaulted when three suspects robbed a gas station in King last night.
The incident happened at about 9:50 p.m. Jan. 13 near King Road and Dufferin Street.
According to York Regional Police, three men entered the gas station, assaulted the worker, and proceeded to steal money, cigarettes and lottery tickets. The suspects then fled the scene in a white SUV.
Police said the victim was not seriously injured.
Investigators are seeking witnesses to this robbery.
No identifying information about the suspects or a description of them was provided. The force reminds business owners to maintain surveillance video systems as footage can help identify suspects and aid in court proceedings.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the hold-up unit at 1-866-876-5423, ext. 6630, or leave an anonymous tip by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS or online at www.1800222tips.com.
