WEST SEATTLE CRIME WATCH: Junction 7-11 robbery

1:06 AM: Police are investigating an armed robbery reported about 15 minutes ago at the West Seattle Junction 7-11 (4812 Erskine Way SW). So far the only description they have is “two males, masks, black clothing” who got away with some cash from the register, leaving west on Erskine on foot.

1:13 AM: A few more description details that officers just provided to dispatch – both robbers were Black, both with black shirts, one with black pants and medium-length dreadlocks, one with gray pants and red/white Nikes, and they had a black vehicle.

Mike August 4, 2024 (6:15 am)

I hope the employee(s) are okay. Traumatic situation for them. I hope people contact all their representatives in government and voice their opinions on crime. Vote accordingly as well, the primary is just a couple days away. Research who’s who and their track records. Remember which judges have been allowing repeat offenders back out. Research which politicians are trying to pass the buck and which are taking action.

J August 4, 2024 (7:07 am)

I’m surprised that these 7/11’s that are being targeted so often don’t lock the doors and instal late night security windows. If they want to stay open all night they should provide proper security for the employees who have to be put in these terrible situations. Yes there is a bigger issue at hand but until that is resolved, proper measures should be taken to ensure these workers are safe in their workplace.

Sunnyday August 4, 2024 (9:44 am)

They should definitely be doing that. It also protects customers from being harmed or even killed potentially. We need more police! Watch who you’re voting for
- West Seattle Mad Sci Guy August 4, 2024 (10:00 am)
  
  Not sure these windows protect customers. A robber can just as easily rob the people outside lined up for the window to get there beer/smokes/cheetos/hot dog. (and yes, there is frequently a 2-3 person line in the midnight hour + the folks wandering the store shopping). Don’t ask how I know :) I live across the street from one haha.
Brian August 4, 2024 (10:14 am)

Are you proposing they lock the doors and let customers in one at a time when they knock?
- End-O-Line August 4, 2024 (12:11 pm)
  
  That’s exactly what the 7-11 on 35th and Barton does after a certain time. The doors are locked and you have to be buzzed in as well as out.

Oerthehillz August 4, 2024 (3:39 pm)

In my travels to Central America it was common to see the corner stores as walk up windows only after hours. The store owner would retrieve the items for you.

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