Hollywood Video Robbed At Gunpoint

Police said a man with a gun robbed Hollywood Video at 403 Main St. Tuesday night.

Lt. Wayne Williams said a man entered the store, displayed a handgun and fled with an unspecified amount of cash.

The suspect is light-skinned black male. He was wearing a green hooded sweatshirt, jeans and work boots.

The suspect was last seen running south on Main Street.

Police received the report at 7:21 p.m.

Police canvassed the area in an attempt to track the robber down — a canine unit from Seymour was used in the search.

However, the suspect managed to elude capture.

The investigation is being handled by the detective bureau.

Anyone with information should call (203) 735‑1885.

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