Armed Man Wearing Ski Mask Robs Scotch Plains Gas Station

SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ — An man wearing a ski armed with a gun mask reportedly robbed a Scotch Plains gas station, according to the Scotch Plains Police blotter.

On June 3 at around 8 p.m., the management of the Exxon gas station at 1800 Route 22 said a man dressed in all black wearing an orange ski mask entered the store armed with a handgun and demanded money, said police.

The man ran away on foot with cash as well as a cash register drawer, said police.

Union County Sheriff's K9 was able to track the man for several blocks but lost the scent. Police checked the surrounding area but were not able to find the man, said police.

No injuries were reported. This robbery is under active investigation.

Other Scotch Plains Police blotter items:

On June 1: A resident on Shirewood Drive reported that a bank account was fraudulently opened in their name.

On June 2: A resident on North Avenue reported someone fraudulently filed for unemployment benefits in their name.

On June 4: A resident on Union Avenue reported someone fraudulently applied for unemployment benefits in their name.

On June 5: A resident on Lincoln Avenue reported fraudulent activity on a bank account.

On June 7: Kevin Kennedy, 31, of Scotch Plains, was arrested for driving under the influence during a motor vehicle accident investigation conducted by Patrolman Andrew Gitto. Kennedy was taken to headquarters and processed.

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