Mendota police searching for suspect in armed robbery of gas station

MENDOTA – The Mendota Police are on the hunt for an individual they say committed an armed robbery at a gas station in Mendota. On Thursday evening around 6:30 PM they were called to the 700 block of 13th Ave, where an individual allegedly armed with a handgun made a demand for money. The suspect is described as being a short, heavy set individual who had their hands and face covered. Security footage stills were shared by the department at their Facebook page. Anyone with any information is asked to contact the Mendota Police Department.