The incident, as reported by the Marion County Sheriff’s Office, occurred at the store located on SE 165th Mulberry Lane. The suspect reportedly entered the premises, forcefully grabbed the store clerks by their shirts, and brandished a knife while demanding access to the cash registers.

Those with any information regarding the suspect’s identity or whereabouts are encouraged to contact the sheriff’s office at 352‑732‑9111.

Additionally, anonymous tips can be submitted to Crime Stoppers of Marion County by calling 352‑368‑STOP (7867) or by visiting their website at Ocalacrimestoppers.com.

When contacting Crime Stoppers, please reference case number 26-01. If your tip via Crime Stoppers leads to an arrest, you could be eligible for a reward of up to $1,000.

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