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Speedway robbed at knifepoint in Summit County

Anyone with information on the robbery is asked to contact the Springfield Police Department at 330-733-1061
Credit: Springfield Township Police Department

AKRON, Ohio — The Springfield Township Police Department is asking for the public's help after a Speedway was robbed at knifepoint on Sunday morning. 

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Police officials say the armed robbery happened at around 1:30 a.m. at the Speedway on Canton Road when two male suspects allegedly entered the store and held the workers at knifepoint. 

The suspects proceeded to take store merchandise and attempt to take money from the cash register. 

The Springfield Township Police Department shared surveillance video of the incident on Facebook, which can be viewed below: 

On this date, around 1:30am, we had an armed robbery at the Speedway located at 1275 Canton Rd. Two male suspects entered the store and held the workers at knife point. The suspects took store merchandise and attempted to take money from the cash register. I understand the video does not show a clear picture of the suspects identities, however, we are hoping someone may recognize the clothing that was worn or may have inside information. If you can provide any details regarding this armed robbery, please contact our department through dispatch at 330-733-1061 or contact Detective Simms directly at 330-734-4103. Thank you! ***still photos are in the comment section.

Posted by Springfield Township Police Department on Sunday, April 23, 2023

Anyone with information on the robbery is asked to contact the Springfield Police Department at 330-733-1061 or 330-734-4103.

EDITOR'S NOTE: The video above previously aired on 3News on April 22, 2023.

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