The Salina Police Department is investigating a theft that took place at the Petro Gas Station, 2125 North Ninth Street, early Sunday morning.

According to the Salina Police Department (SPD) Cpt. James Feldman, officers were dispatched to the gas station at approximately 8:30 a.m. on October 13 after management reported that an employee had allegedly stolen cash from the register and the store’s safe. 

The incident is believed to have occurred around 5:30 a.m. during the employee’s scheduled shift. Store management told SPD that the employee left the business before their shift ended. The total loss is estimated to be over $4,000.

Authorities are continuing their investigation and are working to locate the suspected employee. No arrests have been made at this time.

Anyone with information regarding the case is encouraged to contact the Salina Police Department at&nbsp;(785) 826-7210.

By SALINA POSTThe Salina Police Department is investigating a theft that took place at the Petro Gas Station, 2125 North Ninth Street, early Sunday morning.According to the Salina Police Department (SPD) Cpt. James Feldman, officers were dispatched to the gas station at approximately 8:30 a.m. on October 13 after management reported that an employee had allegedly stolen cash from the register and the store’s safe. The incident is believed to have occurred around 5:30 a.m. during the employee’s scheduled shift. Store management told SPD that the employee left the business before their shift ended. The total loss is estimated to be over $4,000.Authorities are continuing their investigation and are working to locate the suspected employee. No arrests have been made at this time.Anyone with information regarding the case is encouraged to contact the Salina Police Department at&nbsp;(785) 826-7210.

Salina gas station employee steals thousands from register, SPD investigating