Armed Robbery at Citgo Gas Station Leads to Two Arrests in Port Chester

Police apprehend two suspects after late-night robbery at local gas station

Published on Feb. 18, 2026

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Port Chester police arrested two men following a reported armed robbery late Sunday at a Citgo gas station near Smith Street and Westchester Avenue. Officers were able to locate and apprehend the two suspects, and a loaded 9mm handgun was recovered in the area of the arrest.

Why it matters

Armed robberies of local businesses are a serious concern for public safety in Port Chester, and this incident highlights the importance of a quick police response and effective investigation to apprehend suspects and recover stolen goods.

The details

At around 10:15 p.m., the Port Chester Police Department received a call reporting an armed robbery at the Citgo gas station near Smith Street and Westchester Avenue. When officers arrived, they determined that a robbery had taken place and the owners had been threatened with a handgun as they were leaving the establishment. Police were able to locate and apprehend two persons of interest seen leaving the area, and after a search, a loaded 9mm handgun was recovered.

  • The incident occurred around 10:15 p.m. on Sunday, February 16, 2026.
  • The two suspects, Joe Louis Hill and Gary Dempson, were arraigned and remanded to Westchester County Jail for a future court appearance.

The players

Port Chester Police Department

The local law enforcement agency that responded to the armed robbery call and apprehended the two suspects.

Joe Louis Hill

A 47-year-old man with no known address, charged with first-degree robbery in connection with the Citgo gas station incident.

Gary Dempson

A 48-year-old man from 43 East Broadway, Port Chester, charged with first-degree robbery in connection with the Citgo gas station incident.

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What’s next

The judge will decide on the bail status of Joe Louis Hill and Gary Dempson at their upcoming court appearance.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the ongoing challenges of public safety and crime prevention in Port Chester, and the importance of a swift and effective police response to protect local businesses and residents.