Selma Police are actively searching for a suspect following a robbery incident that occurred Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Selma, North Carolina. The alleged crime took place around 5:30 p.m. in the parking lot of a BP convenience store located on U.S. Highway 70. According to law enforcement, the incident began as a planned transaction where a buyer had arranged to meet a seller to purchase an item advertised on social media. Upon meeting in the parking lot, the situation escalated, and the buyer was robbed. Following the theft, the suspect fled on foot, moving behind the convenience store toward a nearby apartment complex. The suspect then ran into a wooded area along the railroad tracks. The victim subsequently drove to a nearby KFC restaurant parking lot to call for assistance. Multiple Selma Police officers responded to the scene, establishing a perimeter and conducting a ground search. To aid in the manhunt, a police drone was deployed to assist officers from the air. The Johnston County Sheriff’s Office also responded to assist in the search efforts. Police have stated that while the suspect escaped on foot, they have been identified. Authorities continue to investigate the incident, and additional information is expected to be released as it becomes available. Residents are urged to remain vigilant and report any information regarding the suspect's whereabouts to the Selma Police Department.