Ashburn man accused of robbing Cordele O’Reilly’s Auto Parts

CORDELE, Ga. – An 18-year-old Ashburn man has been arrested and charged with armed robbery at O’Reilly’s Auto Parts in Cordele Tuesday.

Responding police officers were told by a store employee that two armed individuals were in the store. Officers encountered the two as they exited a side door and chased them. One suspect is still at large, the other, who was identified as 18-year-old Brady Gipson, was apprehended and arrested after officers said he ran from his hiding place in thick bushes.

Crisp County Sheriff’s Office and the K-9 team assisted the Cordele Police Department. Anyone with any information about this incident is encouraged to contact the Cordele Police Department at 229–276–2921. This is an active investigation, more information will be provided as it is made available.