Car Stolen From Smithfield Convenience Store Parking Lot

SMITHFIELD, N.C. — A Clayton man’s car was stolen from a Smithfield convenience store parking lot Saturday morning, police said.

The 34-year-old victim left his Toyota running while stopping at Speedway, 2103 S. Brightleaf Blvd., around 5:54 a.m. March 14. When he returned, the vehicle was gone.

Raleigh Police later recovered the car, but a 9mm handgun that had been inside was missing.

Smithfield Police said they are following up on leads in the case.