LPD: Man charged in Marathon robbery case

LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) – LPD has charged a suspect on Thursday, in connection to a June 4 robbery of a Marathon gas station.

Jack D Morrow III was arrested following an armed robbery at a Marathon gas station at approximately 2:55 p.m. on West New Circle road, reports police. Witnesses told police that the suspect had approached the counter, demanding cash while revealing a handgun. After getting the cash, police say, the suspect fled the scene on foot.

According to LPD, Morrow is being charged with Robbery in the first degree.  

Officers ask that anyone with additional information about this case should call the police.

Division of Police – (859)258-3600

Robbery/Homicide Unit – (859)258-3700

Bluegrass Crime Stoppers – (859)253-2020