Suspect sought in Dollar Tree robbery in Dover, Del.

DOVER, Del. (WPVI) -- Police are asking the public's help in identifying a suspect who allegedly robbed a Dollar Tree store in Dover, Delaware.

The incident happened around 10:30 p.m. Thursday on the 200 block of North DuPont Highway.

Police say the suspect entered the store and produced a note demanding money.

He then pulled a black firearm from his shorts and pointed the gun at employees, police say.

The employees turned over an unknown amount of cash to the suspect.

The suspect then fled southbound from the store.

The suspect is described as a heavy set white male. He was seen wearing a gray t-shirt, gray colored shorts and dark sneakers and glasses.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Dover Police at 302-736-7111 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333.