The Waukesha Police Department is actively searching for a male suspect responsible for an armed robbery that occurred at a Speedway gas station in Waukesha, Wisconsin. The incident took place shortly after 12:40 a.m. on August 20, 2026, at the location near the intersection of Summit Avenue and Delafield Street. According to police reports, the suspect entered the convenience store armed with a handgun while an employee was working alone. The individual forced the employee into a back room and restrained them using zip ties before fleeing the scene. Despite the violent nature of the encounter, authorities confirmed that the employee was not physically injured. The suspect escaped with an unknown amount of cash taken from the store registers. A customer who entered the Speedway shortly after the robbery assisted by alerting law enforcement to the situation. The Waukesha Police Department is urging the public to remain vigilant and to report any information that could lead to the identification or capture of the suspect. Individuals with relevant information are asked to contact the Waukesha Police Department directly at 262-524-3924. Anonymous tips may also be submitted through Crime Stoppers. The investigation is ongoing, and police continue to seek the male suspect who committed this armed robbery. No further details regarding the suspect's physical description or specific attire have been released at this time. Authorities emphasize the importance of community cooperation in resolving this case and ensuring public safety.