Le Roy PD quickly nabs robbery suspect who may also face Leandra's Law charge

A 32-year-old Monroe County resident is accused of robbing a gas station on Lake Street on Saturday morning, and then leading police on a pursuit. He may also face drunken driving charges under Leandra's Law.

Robert Lee Hizer, who police believe has been staying temporarily at a residence in Le Roy, allegedly walked into the convenience store of the gas station and handed the clerk a note demanding cash and cigarettes.

While Hizer initially fled on foot, police believe he got into a car, which a witness quickly identified and responding units -- which included Le Roy PD, Sheriff's deputies and State troopers -- were provided the description.

A short time after the 9:27 a.m. robbery report, a police officer attempted to stop the suspect's vehicle, but the driver allegedly sped to School Street, stopped the car and fled on foot.

Officers pursued the suspect on foot on School Street, Mill Street and into the Oatka Creek.

Hizer was apprehended as he came out of the creek on the east side, at which time officers identified him as the suspect in the robbery.

Hizer is charged with one count of robbery, 3rd, and may face drunken driving charges under Leandra's Law for allegedly driving drunk with a child under age 16 in his car. He may also be charged with endangering the welfare of child.

Following arraignment, Hizer was jailed on $25,000 cash bail or $50,000 bond.

In a statement, Le Roy PD said, "The Le Roy Police wish to acknowledge the cooperation of nearby citizens, the Genesee County Sheriff’s Department, the Genesee County District Attorney’s Office, the Livingston County Sheriff’s Department and the New York State Police for assisting in the incident in which the suspect was identified and arrested within two hours."