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Woman in Wheeling robbed at gunpoint

OHIO COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) — Wheeling Police say they are investigating an armed robbery that took place Wednesday evening on River Road.

Police say they were informed that a woman was robbed at gunpoint at Gumby’s by several people around 9:30 p.m. Wednesday.

The victim allegedly told police she was struck in the head with a firearm by one of the suspects and that they attempted to steal items, including money from her.

Police say they believe the suspects and victim know each other; however, no arrests have been made at this time as detectives continue their investigation.