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Reports: Multiple armed men rob Springfield Verizon store

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SPRINGFIELD —

Multiple armed men have reportedly robbed a Springfield Verizon Wireless store Thursday morning. 

Officers responded to the location at 1780 North Bechtle Avenue around 10:30 a.m. after the robbery was reported. 

Reports indicate at least four men entered the store with guns, according to dispatchers. Additional details were not available. 

We have a crew on the way and we’ll update this page as we learn more. 

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