Advance America  Cash Store On West Clay Robbed

On Wednesday morning the Advance America Cash store located in the 2600 block of West Clay in St. Charles was robbed.

The suspect walked in and jumped over the counter and demanded money from an employee of the store. He forced the employee to open a safe and escaped in a silver Nissan Altima that had been parked near a Subway around the corner.

The suspect is described as a black male, mid 20's. He was wearing a maroon Virginia Tech hat along with a Nike Shirt and jeans.

First Capitol News Photos by TONY BROCKMEYER

Historic Landmark Gate at Lindenwood University Damaged By Tractor Trailer

The Historic Landmark Gate at Lindenwood University, facing Madison Street, was damaged by a tractor trailer on Wednesday.

According to the University PR Department the driver that caused the damage initially left the scene but later returned and spoke with police.

The iconic structure, which was built in 1921, using donations from the institution's alumnae, suffered severe damage. The Lindenwood administration has already contacted stone restoration experts to seek proposals on repairing the structure.

Lindenwood President Michael Shonrock said he appreciated the alums and residents of the community who expressed their concern almost immediately.

Burglary at 519 South Main Street

A burglary was reported at 519 South Main Street. It occurred sometime overnight on Monday. Taken was an Ipad and cash.

Entry was gained by breaking a window in the back door.

Gun Stolen From Car 100 Block of College

a Mac Book Air and a smith & Wesson 380 Body Guard pistol were taken sometime Tuesday evening from a unlocked vehicle parked in the 100 block of College.