Lawrence police investigating after person robbed, ran over at Wendy’s

LAWRENCE, Ind. — An investigation is underway after a person was robbed behind a Wendy’s in Lawrence Friday evening.

Officers with the Lawrence Police Department were called around 4:30 p.m. to 5765 Sunnyside Road, the listed address for a Wendy’s in the area, in response to a reported robbery. Minutes later, medics were also called to the scene after dispatch received reports that a pedestrian was struck.

Preliminary information indicates the suspect reportedly ran over the victim with their car while fleeing the scene, LPD said. The victim received medical treatment for “non-life-threatening injuries” and is expected to recover.

As of this article’s publication, police have not released any suspect or vehicle descriptions.

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