ALTON - A suspect, while displaying what appeared to be a firearm, robbed Phillips 66 at 1660 East Broadway Ave. in Alton at approximately 7:12 a.m. Wednesday.

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With the assistance of witnesses, Alton Police officers and detectives were able to locate and detain a suspect.

The investigation is still on going, Alton Police Deputy Chief Marcos Pulido.

Dan Brannan also contributed to this story.

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