The Madison Police Department is investigating an armed robbery that occurred at a title loan business on the city’s north side, according to a police incident report.
Officers were dispatched to the 3000 block of East Washington Avenue around 12:57 p.m. on Jan. 16. An employee said a man entered the business and inquired about a loan. As she was helping him, he pulled out a knife and demanded money.
The man hit and injured the employee during this incident. She was taken to the hospital for her injuries. The suspect also stole the employee’s vehicle before leaving. The vehicle was located unoccupied around 3 p.m. in a parking lot on East Karstens Drive. A K-9 team attempted a track, but could not locate the suspect.
The investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information on this incident is asked to contact Madison Area Crime Stoppers at 608-266-6014 or provide a tip online. Information can be shared anonymously and could be eligible for a financial reward.
