Cedar Rapids Police are actively searching for a suspect involved in a robbery at a Walgreens store located in the 2800 block of 1st Avenue SE. The incident occurred on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, with officers receiving the initial report at approximately 11:45 a.m. Upon arrival, law enforcement established a perimeter around the business and deployed K-9 units to assist in the search efforts. According to police reports, the suspect used force to take property from a victim during the incident. Despite the use of force, officials confirmed that neither the business nor its employees were physically injured, and no injuries were reported. Evidence collection is ongoing as the case remains under active investigation. As of this report, no arrests have been made, and the suspect remains at large. Authorities are urging the public to remain vigilant and to contact the Cedar Rapids Police Department with any information that may assist in identifying or locating the individual responsible for the robbery. The investigation is ongoing, and further details regarding the suspect's description or additional evidence may be released as more information becomes available. Residents in the area are advised to exercise caution and report any suspicious activity to local law enforcement immediately.