1 arrested, 1 sought after Visalia Save Mart robbery

VISALIA, Calif.

Visalia police arrested Justin Greer, 26, for the crime, but they say his female accomplice got away.

The robbery happened just before 9 p.m. on Saturday at the Save Mart on Noble Avenue near Ben Maddox Way. Police say the suspects pulled a knife on the loss prevention clerks who tried to stop them outside the store. They also pepper-sprayed the victims in their faces.

Authorities caught Greer hiding in a nearby park, and the stolen items were recovered by employees.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact Visalia police at (559) 734-8117.

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