The robbery took place in Orange County around 10:40 p.m. on Sunday, March 5 at the Stewart's Shop in the town of Newburgh.
According to Newburgh Police, the man pressed an unknown black object into the back of the cashier and demanded cash and Newport cigarettes.
He then fled in the direction of the Meadow Hill section of the town of Newburgh.
Anyone with information is asked to call Det. Sissia at 845-564-1100 or Msissia@townofnewburghpolice.org.
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