Madison Police are actively searching for a suspect involved in an armed robbery at a local grocery store. The incident occurred on Monday morning, July 20, 2026, at approximately 10:25 a.m. at the Hy-Vee store located on the 3800 block of East Washington Avenue in Madison, Wisconsin. According to police reports, the suspect was observed in the liquor section of the store for about 15 minutes before allegedly threatening a clerk with a hammer. Officers responded to the scene and discovered a hammer outside the building, which is believed to be the weapon used during the incident. The suspect is described as a white male with dark hair, standing approximately six feet tall with a thin to medium build. At the time of the robbery, he was wearing a tie-dyed bandana, a blue hat, black glasses, and jeans. The Madison Police Department is urging anyone with information regarding the robbery or the identity of the suspect to come forward. Residents are asked to contact Madison Area Crime Stoppers by calling 608-266-6014 or by submitting a tip online. The investigation is ongoing as authorities work to locate the individual responsible for the armed robbery. No arrests have been made at this time, and the suspect remains at large. Police continue to appeal to the public for assistance in identifying and apprehending the suspect to ensure community safety.