Lexington County deputies have turned to the public for assistance in identifying and locating a robbery suspect.

The suspect is wanted in connection with a Thursday morning robbery at the Circle K convenience store in the 2300 block of Augusta Road in West Columbia.

Witnesses said the suspect entered the store, selected a beverage and approached the sales counter as if he were making a purchase. The suspect then ordered the clerk to put cash and cigarettes in a bag for him, according to witnesses.

He left the store and drove away in a silver vehicle toward Leaphart Road.

Deputies have released images of the suspect that were captured by the store’s security system. He appears to be a thin black male in his 20’s or early 30’s with a shaved head. His height is approximately 5’7” to 5’9”. He was wearing grey plaid shorts, a white shirt, black and gray shoes with blue laces.

Anyone with information about the suspect’s identity or whereabouts should call CrimeStoppers at 888-CRIME-SC (888-274-6372). Anonymous tips can be submitted at www.LexingtonSheriff.com.