At 11:15 p.m. Dec. 21, Charles County Sheriff’s officers responded to Verizon Wireless located at 2915 Crain Highway in Waldorf for the report of an armed robbery.

 Investigation revealed a male suspect forced his way through the back door of the store as an employee was walking out.

 The suspect brandished a weapon, forced employees into a back room and ordered the manager to open the safe. The manager complied and the suspect stole an undisclosed amount of money and fled the scene.

 Officers, including a K9 team, searched the area but the suspect was not located. The suspect is described as a black male wearing a dark jacket, blue jeans and a dark ski mask.

 Anyone with information is asked to contact the Charles County Sheriff’s Office at 301-609-6515 or Charles County Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS. Crime Solvers is offering a reward of up to $1,000 for information that leads to an arrest or indictment.

 Additionally, Verizon Wireless is offering a $9,000 reward for any information. All callers may remain anonymous. Det. J. Elliott is investigating.