SUMTER, S.C. — Sumter police say a 78-year-old man was beaten and robbed at the business he owns.
Officers say the man was outside his shop on Fort Street around 9 a.m. Monday when he was approached by two men.
The three were talking when he was hit from behind and his wallet with cash in it was taken.
Police say after he regained consciousness, he went inside before someone who knew him found him and called police.
The owner was taken to the hospital for treatment. He is expected to recover.
Police say they're working to identify the robbers. Anyone with information is asked to call Crimestoppers at 1-888-CRIME-SC.