SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WAND) - A suspect accused of robbing a convenience store at gunpoint in Grandview has been arrested.
Sangamon County Sheriff Jack Campbell said it happened at about 4:50 p.m. Tuesday at J and A Convenience Store, located at 2532 N. Grand Ave. East. According to witnesses, the suspect showed a small black handgun and implied he had another gun.
Investigators said an unknown amount of cash, a cell phone, and a wallet were stolen.
The vehicle the suspect allegedly fled in was found at a nearby house. Deputies made contact with a female at the residence. Her son was in the residence and he was arrested.
The suspect has been identified as 30-year-old Justin D. Shavers of Springfield.
A search warrant for the residence is expected to be executed looking for evidence.
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