Uptown Casey's robbed this evening

The Butler Police Department and the Bates County Sheriff's Department are currently looking for a subject who allegedly robbed the Casey's Store on Fort Scott street in Butler a short time ago.

The subject fled the scene and officers are currently canvassing the area- it is believed to be a male, around 180 lbs, wearing a blue hoodie and khaki pants, and has what appears to be a white bandage on his right hand.

The subject was last seen headed West from Caseys and is considered to be armed and dangerous-do not approach the subject- call 911 or the Butler Police Department at 660-679-6131.

We will continue to provide updates as the search progresses.