PORT CHESTER, NY (February 16, 2026) — Port Chester police arrested two men following a reported armed robbery late Sunday at a Citgo gas station near Smith Street and Westchester Avenue.
At about 10:15 p.m., the Port Chester Police Department received a call reporting an armed robbery in the area of Smith Street and Westchester Avenue. Units arrived shortly thereafter and determined that a robbery of the Citgo gas station had taken place, where a handgun was displayed as the owners were leaving the establishment.
Police said two persons of interest were seen leaving the area. Officers were able to locate and apprehend them.
After a lengthy search, a loaded 9mm handgun was located in the area of the arrest. The proceeds are believed to have been recovered as well.
Charged with first-degree robbery are Joe Louis Hill, 47, no known address, and Gary Dempson, 48, of 43 East Broadway, Port Chester.
Both were arraigned and remanded to Westchester County Jail for a future court appearance.
“Our officer’s showed true professionalism and were able to locate, and apprehend with no further threat,” police said.
This article was prepared with the assistance of AI tools under the direction and editing of Robert Cox.