Surveillance Video Shows Armed Robbery at Hickory Hill S Mart

No injuries reported as suspects flee empty-handed after confronting clerk at gunpoint

Apr. 17, 2026 at 10:03pm

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Police in Memphis have released surveillance footage of an armed robbery that took place at a Hickory Hill S Mart convenience store on April 14. The video shows four suspects, two of whom were armed with handguns, entering the store and confronting the clerk, demanding 'everything.' The suspects fled on foot without taking any merchandise, and no injuries were reported.

Why it matters

This incident is part of a string of armed robberies and shootings that have occurred in the Hickory Hill area of Memphis, putting increased pressure on law enforcement and local businesses to address safety concerns and security measures, especially at late-night establishments.

The details

The surveillance footage shows four people walking into the S Mart around 10:45 p.m., with one suspect pointing a handgun at the clerk and demanding 'everything,' while another stands watch. A witness can be heard yelling 'They're coming, J' as the suspects enter. Police say the group fled on foot without taking any merchandise, and no injuries were reported.

  • The incident occurred around 10:45 p.m. on April 14, 2026.
  • The Hickory Hill area has seen a string of armed incidents, including a March 25 shooting at a nearby Exxon that left a driver wounded.

The players

Memphis Police Department

The local law enforcement agency investigating the armed robbery and seeking public assistance in identifying the suspects.

CrimeStoppers 901

The anonymous tip line that is offering a reward for information leading to the identification and arrest of the suspects involved in the armed robbery.

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What’s next

Police are urging anyone who recognizes the suspects or has additional video footage of the incident to contact CrimeStoppers at 901-528-CASH. Investigators say tips and footage could aid in identifying the suspects, and they warn the public not to confront the suspects directly.

The takeaway

This armed robbery highlights the ongoing security challenges faced by late-night businesses in the Hickory Hill neighborhood of Memphis, where a recent spate of violent incidents has prompted calls for increased law enforcement presence and enhanced safety measures to protect both employees and customers.