Danville, Va – A Danville newspaper carrier was robbed at gunpoint this morning. Police were called to the 100 block of Brentwood Drive just before 3:30 this morning. That’s where the victim told them he was sitting in his parked vehicle when a young black man walked up and asked for a light for his cigarette. Before the victim could respond, the man pulled out a handgun and demanded money. The victim gave him a small amount and the robber fled toward Northmont Boulevard in a white Nissan sedan with 30-day temporary tags. The suspect is described as early to mid-20’s, clean shaven, wearing a dark hoodie and a ball cap. The victim told police he heard a gunshot as the robber drove away, but he was not injured.