Police search for Meijer robbery suspect

LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) — Police are searching for a suspect, after they say a man robbed the Meijer on Paul Jones Way late Thursday night.

Police say a man walked into the store and walked out with merchandise, without paying.

When confronted by a loss prevention officer, police say the man implied he had a gun and threatened to shoot the officer.

The suspect then drove off in a silver Ford Taurus, according to police, which they later found abandoned.

Police say their investigation is ongoing.