Giovanni#039;s store robbed at gunpoint

Published 12:00 am Thursday, August 28, 2003

DEERING -- Lawrence County Sheriff’s deputies are looking for a gunman who robbed Judy’s Giovanni’s Tuesday evening.

Store employees told deputies that at approximately 8:30 p.m., a younger-looking man walked up to the drive-though window, brandished a gun and demanded money.

The man is described as five feet eight inches to five feet 11 inches tall, small build and approximately 17-22 years of age. He is said to have bleached-blond hair with dark roots.

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Deputies are also investigating whether or not a teal-colored GEO Storm could have been involved in this incident. One witness said they saw a GEO Storm in the area prior to and after the robbery occurred. That vehicle is said to have

chrome side plating.

A cash reward is being offered for any information that leads to the arrest and prosecution of this individual.

Those with information may call the sheriff’s office at 532-3525 or 867-3157. Information can be given anonymously.