Woman Robs Long Island Convenience Store At Knifepoint

TOWN OF BABYLON, N.Y. (CBSNewYork) – Police are trying to track down a woman they say held up a Long Island convenience store at knifepoint.

The robbery took place around 8 p.m. Friday at The Barn on North Wellwood Avenue in Lindenhurst.

Police said the woman displayed a knife and demanded cash.

People who live in the area say the store needs to improve its security.

"It's not safe here. They have one person on -- mostly women -- and anybody can come in," said Joann DeRiggi.

"It's a shame that people take advantage of businesses like this and try to rob them I guess," added Angelo Garofalo.

The suspect is described as a white woman with a thin build, last seen wearing a hooded sweatshirt and black sweatpants.

Police do not believe the incident is related to a recent string of knifepoint robberies that were also carried out by a woman.