Surveillance footage from a Denver gas station has captured a harrowing armed robbery that took place in the early hours of the morning. The incident occurred at the Conoco station located at the intersection of Zuni Street and Speer Boulevard.

Around 5 a.m., three individuals entered the convenience store, two of whom were visibly armed with guns. The surveillance video, shows the trio walking into the store with a clear intent to rob. The armed suspects brandished their weapons, causing immediate panic among the customers and staff inside.

The suspects quickly spread out, one heading towards the cashier while the other two kept watch on the entrance and the customers. The individual at the cashier’s counter demanded money, waving the gun menacingly to ensure compliance. The frightened cashier hurriedly opened the register, handing over the cash while the other two suspects gathered any valuables they could find from the shelves and the customers.

During the ordeal, a customer who had been hiding managed to dial 911, alerting the police to the ongoing robbery. The suspects, however, were swift. They grabbed the money and fled the scene within minutes, escaping before the authorities arrived. The footage shows them running out of the store, disappearing into the early morning darkness.

Fortunately, no one was physically harmed during the robbery, but the emotional impact on the victims was significant. The Denver Police Department is currently investigating the incident, using the surveillance footage as a critical piece of evidence. They have appealed to the public for any information that might lead to the identification and capture of the suspects.

This incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of remaining vigilant and aware of one’s surroundings, especially during early morning or late-night hours. The police have urged anyone who may have seen suspicious activity around the gas station at the time of the robbery to come forward with any information.

The community remains on edge as the suspects are still at large, and the authorities work tirelessly to bring them to justice. The Conoco gas station has since increased its security measures, hoping to prevent any future incidents and ensure the safety of its customers and staff.