NORWICH, Conn. (WFSB) -
A Norwich man is facing charges after police say he robbed a convenience store Saturday night.
Police say 40-year-old Rodney Hagins was armed with a knife, grabbed a store clerk and demanded cash. It happened at the Best Mart on Central avenue around 6 p.m. Saturday.
Police say Hagins grabbed money from the register and ran from the store. He was arrested a short time later and charged with robbery and larceny.
Hagins is being held in lieu of a $250,000 bond. He is scheduled to appear in court Monday.
Police are asking if anyone knows of a similar crime happening in Norwich to give them a call at (860) 886-5561. You can also call the anonymous tip line at (860)886-5561 ext. 500 or e-mail crimetips@cityofnorwich.org.
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