EFFINGHAM, SC (WBTW) – Deputies are investigating after an armed robbery at a Dollar General near Effingham Wednesday.

The robbery happened at about 8 p.m. on Wednesday at the Dollar General at 5305 South Irby Street. The suspect is described as a male wearing acid wash jeans, a burgundy hoodie and a surgical mask.

Chief Deputy Glen Kirby, with the Florence County Sheriff’s Office, said deputies were still at the scene as of 9 p.m. on Wednesday.

This is a developing story. Count on News13 provide updates as we work to gather information. 

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