Ames Police respond to armed robbery at Subway over weekend

Kaitlin York

Ames Police responded to an armed robbery at Subway, 3218 Orion Drive, on Saturday, according to a news release.

According to the employee, the suspect held out a handgun and demanded money. The suspect was described as a white, male adult approximately 60 years old, 5 feet 8 inches to 5 feet 9 inches tall and 150 to 160 pounds.

He was wearing blue jeans, a light blue hooded sweatshirt, a black stocking hat and white tennis shoes with a green trim. The suspect has a gray almost white moustache and brown and gray hair, according to the release. 

The suspect left with an undisclosed amount of money, headed eastbound on foot. No one was injured during this incident.

“The investigation is ongoing and no arrests have been made,” said Jim Robinson, investigations commander for Ames Police.

Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Ames Police or Ames Police Department’s anonymous crime tip line at 515-239-5533.