Police investigating armed robbery reported Sunday morning

Lawrence police are seeking a suspect in an armed robbery reported Sunday morning.

The robbery took place at 1:20 a.m. at the Econo Lodge, 2222 W. Sixth St.

Police said the suspect is a white male. During the robbery, he was wearing a black ski mask, a light-colored long-sleeve shirt, and light-colored long pants, according to Lawrence Police Sgt. Ted Bordman.

The suspect, armed with a firearm, jumped over the front desk and accosted an employee of the hotel. The employee did not suffer injuries.

Anyone with information is asked to call the police department at 832-7509 or leave an anonymous message on the TIPS hot line at 843-TIPS (8477).