Deputies are searching for a man who allegedly robbed a convenience store on Pattontown Road in Ooltewah this morning.
Witnesses described the suspect as a short, white, heavyset man wearing khaki pants and a grey hoodie, according to a release from the sheriff's office.
The suspect allegedly pulled a black semi-automatic pistol and demanded money from the clerk, according to the release.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the sheriff's office at 423-622-0022.