Roanoke Rapids police are investigating an armed robbery which occurred this morning around 3:30.
Chief Chuck Hasty said in a statement the heist occurred at I-95 Sweepstakes on Premier Boulevard.
Staff and customers told officers two armed men entered the business and demanded money. Once they received money they fled in an unknown direction. Their mode of transportation was not immediately known.
One man wore a tan mask and the other a black mask.
They are considered armed and dangerous.
Anyone with information is encouraged to call Investigator M. Worrell at 252-533-2821 or Crimestoppers at 252-583-4444.