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Smiths Station Today
By the People, for the People
Armed robbery reported at Smith Station convenience store
Lee County Sheriff's Office investigating incident at store on US Highway 280 East
Published on Feb. 8, 2026
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The Lee County Sheriff's Office is investigating an armed robbery that occurred at a convenience store in the Smith Station community of Alabama on Saturday night. Two male suspects, one brandishing a large knife and the other a handgun, entered the store and demanded money from the register, making off with between $200 and $300 in cash.
Why it matters
Armed robberies at local convenience stores are a concerning public safety issue, as they can traumatize employees and customers, and lead to potential violence. The Lee County Sheriff's Office is actively investigating this incident to identify the suspects and prevent similar crimes in the future.
The details
According to the store clerk, the two male suspects entered the convenience store located on US Highway 280 East in Smith Station around 10:41 pm on Saturday. One suspect was wielding a large knife, while the other had a handgun. The suspects demanded money from the register, and were able to steal between $200 and $300 in cash before fleeing the scene.
- The Lee County Sheriff's Office received a 911 call about the armed robbery at approximately 10:41 pm on Saturday, February 8, 2026.
- Deputies arrived on the scene at the convenience store around 10:48 pm.
The players
Lee County Sheriff's Office
The local law enforcement agency investigating the armed robbery incident.
Store clerk
The employee working at the convenience store who reported the armed robbery to the police.
What’s next
Lee County investigators are currently working the case and reviewing any available surveillance footage or other evidence to try to identify the two suspects involved in the armed robbery.
The takeaway
This incident highlights the ongoing challenge of preventing and responding to armed robberies targeting local businesses, and the importance of the community working closely with law enforcement to provide any information that could aid in the investigation and apprehension of the suspects.
