Wawa Clerk Assaulted During Robbery in Annapolis

Police searching for suspect who fled the scene in a tan sedan

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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Anne Arundel County police are investigating a commercial robbery that occurred on Wednesday afternoon at a Wawa convenience store in Annapolis. A male suspect assaulted a clerk and stole items from behind the counter before fleeing the area.

Why it matters

Robberies and assaults on retail workers are an ongoing concern in the Annapolis area, with the Wawa location on Admiral Drive being a frequent target for criminal activity. Police are seeking the public's help to identify and apprehend the suspect.

The details

According to police, the incident occurred around 1:10 p.m. on February 18, 2026 at the Wawa in the 600 block of Admiral Drive. The suspect, described as a Black male in his late teens to early 20s, approximately 5 feet 6 inches tall, entered the store, assaulted a clerk, and stole items from behind the counter before fleeing the scene in a tan sedan.

  • The incident occurred around 1:10 p.m. on February 18, 2026.

The players

Anne Arundel County Police

The local law enforcement agency investigating the robbery and assault.

Wawa

The convenience store chain where the incident took place.

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What’s next

Detectives with the Regional Crimes Unit are continuing their investigation into the incident.

The takeaway

This robbery highlights the ongoing challenges retail workers face in the Annapolis area, underscoring the need for improved security measures and community cooperation to prevent such crimes.