Police search for suspect after shots fired in attempted robbery at Columbia Shell

COLUMBIA, Md. (WBFF) — Howard County police are searching for a suspect after an employee was shot during an attempted robbery inside a Shell gas station in Columbia on Friday night.

Police said a preliminary investigation found that one suspect fired shots during an attempted robbery before fleeing.

The suspect is described as a black female wearing a black dress and slides, according to police.

Police search for female suspect after shots fired in attempted robbery at Columbia Shell (Howard County Police)

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A reward of up to $1,000 is being offered in the case. Anyone with information is asked to call 911.

Tips also can be reported to police at 410-313-STOP or by email at HCPDcrimetips@howardcountymd.gov.