Police seek suspect in Chesterfield robbery, assault
TL;DR: Chesterfield police are seeking a male suspect who robbed an employee on the 9800 block of Route 1 on Wednesday night, leaving the worker with minor injuries.
Quick facts
- Who: Unknown male suspect; employee victim
- What: Robbery and assault
- When: Wednesday, August 5, 2026, approximately 9:30 p.m.
- Where: 9800 block of Route 1, Chesterfield County
The story
Chesterfield police are investigating a robbery that occurred Wednesday night on the 9800 block of Route 1 in which a male suspect assaulted an employee and stole an undisclosed amount of cash before fleeing the scene. The employee sustained minor injuries.
Police describe the suspect as a male approximately 5 feet 6 inches tall with a slim build. He was potentially wearing a gray shirt and a face covering at the time of the robbery. The suspect's identity has not been disclosed.
The investigation remains ongoing. Anyone with information about the incident is asked to contact Chesterfield Police at 804-748-1251.
Key players
- Chesterfield County Police Department: Investigating agency
Why it matters: The robbery highlights ongoing public safety concerns in Chesterfield County. Police are seeking public assistance to locate the suspect and resolve the case.
Places
Development timeline
- 2026-08-05Robbery and assault on Route 1: Male suspect robbed an employee and stole undisclosed cash amount; employee sustained minor injuries [source]
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