Armed Robbery
Coverage of Armed Robbery in the Nexus archive.
- Person robbed at gunpoint on University of Chicago's Hyde Park campus: police
A person was reportedly robbed at gunpoint on the University of Chicago's Hyde Park campus. Consequently, university police are issuing warnings to students regarding an armed robbery that occurred on the campus.
- 3 men arrested in Baton Rouge after Livingston Parish investigation tied to armed robbery, drugs
Three men were arrested in Baton Rouge following a Livingston Parish investigation linked to an armed robbery and drug-related activities.
- ‘They punched me’: Man with genetic condition attacked, robbed in parking lot; teens arrested
Christopher Holdt, a man with a genetic condition affecting facial bone development, was attacked and robbed by three teens in a South Carolina parking lot. Two 17-year-olds were charged as adults for armed robbery and assault, while a 16-year-old was charged through juvenile justice. Holdt was seriously injured and lost $200 during the incident.
- 2 men accused of Assumption Parish home invasion, armed robbery
Two men are accused of a home invasion and armed robbery in Assumption Parish, where victims were held at gunpoint. Arrests were made following the incident.
- Austin man with 'extensive' 34-year criminal history arrested on eight new felony charges
An Austin man with a 34-year criminal history has been arrested on eight new felony charges, including multiple armed robberies, possession of more than 24 grams of methamphetamine, threatening a police officer, and evading arrest.
- Man stabbed during armed robbery in Miami, police say
A man in his 60s was stabbed during an armed robbery in Miami on Friday morning. The incident occurred at 7:27 a.m. near Northeast Miami Avenue and 80th Terrace, and the victim was taken to Jackson Memorial Hospital’s Ryder Trauma Center. His condition remains undisclosed.
- Two 18-year-olds arrested after armed robbery at Williamsburg Wawa
Two 18-year-olds were arrested Wednesday in connection with an armed robbery at a Wawa on Merrimac Trail. The incident occurred in the parking lot of the Williamsburg Wawa, according to the York-Poquoson Sheriff's Office.
- Hialeah woman accused of luring victims into armed robbery, making off with $8
A 23-year-old Hialeah woman is accused of following two women from a bank, luring them to a supermarket parking lot, and robbing them at gunpoint of $8. Surveillance video showed her vehicle tracking the victims from Chase Bank to the parking lot before fleeing after the robbery.
- O.C. gang members convicted of murder while carrying out armed robbery for Mexican Mafia
Two members of an Orange County street gang were convicted of murdering a man during an armed robbery under the direction of the Mexican Mafia.
- O.C. gang members convicted of murder while carrying out armed robbery for Mexican Mafia
Two Orange County gang members were convicted of murder during an armed robbery linked to the Mexican Mafia. Authorities confirmed the attack occurred under the direction of the Mexican Mafia.
- Anambra excludes murder, kidnapping, GBV suspects from plea bargain initiative
Anambra State has introduced a plea bargain initiative that excludes suspects of murder, kidnapping, armed robbery, and rape. The arrangement applies to all offenses under Anambra State laws except these specified crimes.
- Member of robbery crew that targeted armored trucks, ATMs and banks in the suburbs handed 15-year prison sentence
A 23-year-old man named Perry Maple was sentenced to 15 years in federal prison for his role in a robbery crew that targeted ATMs, banks, and armored trucks in the suburbs. He pleaded guilty to federal charges of robbery and armed robbery in March.
- Crime spree ends with two arrested in SF
Police in San Francisco arrested two men following an armed robbery in the Visitacion Valley neighborhood. The incident occurred just before 5:30 p.m. Wednesday on Melra Court, where victims were approached by a suspect with a gun.
- Miami-Dade teacher accused of attacking boyfriend with knife, snatching his cellphone
Ada Caballero, a Miami-Dade County teacher, was arrested for allegedly attacking her boyfriend with a knife and stealing his cellphone during a domestic violence incident. She faces charges including armed robbery, aggravated assault, and battery. Caballero, employed at St. John’s Episcopal School, was held on a $6,000 bond as of Tuesday.
- 48-year-old woman hit in face during armed robbery in Wicker Park late Saturday night, according to police
A 48-year-old woman was hit in the face during an armed robbery in Wicker Park late Saturday night in Chicago, according to police. The incident occurred on the city's Northwest Side.
- Union County teenager wanted for attempted murder turned himself in, sheriff says
A Union County teenager wanted for attempted murder, armed robbery, and conspiracy to commit armed robbery turned himself in on July 18. He was taken into custody and sent to the Cabarrus Youth Development Center.
- Chicago convenience store worker shot during robbery in Bronzeville, police say
A convenience store worker in Chicago's Bronzeville neighborhood was shot and injured during an armed robbery on Saturday morning. The incident occurred at a local store, and police are investigating the crime.
- Union County teenager wanted for attempted murder considered ‘armed and dangerous,’ sheriff says
A Union County teenager, Xemetryes Bennett Jr., is wanted for attempted murder, armed robbery, and conspiracy to commit armed robbery. Authorities warn he is armed and dangerous and offer a $2,500 reward for his arrest.
- Police arrest four suspects over alleged armed robbery, cultism
Police in Delta State have arrested four suspects allegedly involved in armed robbery and cultism. Cult-related violence is highlighted as one of the top crimes in the region.
- Dallas felon sentenced to 15 years in federal prison for armed robbery of Lyft driver in Plano
A 24-year-old Dallas felon was sentenced to 15 years in federal prison for an armed robbery of a Lyft driver in Plano. The driver activated an emergency safety feature during the incident.
- Two men plead guilty in 2023 armed robbery of Richmond letter carrier
Two men pleaded guilty to robbery charges within two weeks in connection with the July 2023 armed robbery of a U.S. Postal Service letter carrier in Richmond. The incident involved an armed robbery targeting a postal worker.
- Multi-city robbery spree in Southern California ends in deadly police chase
A Long Beach man was sentenced to over 26 years in federal prison for participating in a multi-city armed robbery spree in Southern California, which led to a police chase that killed an innocent motorist. The spree included robberies at a Downey liquor store and a Compton gas station.
- State Police arrest Brunswick armed robbery suspect
New York State Police arrested a suspect in an armed robbery case in Brunswick. A public safety alert was issued as part of the ongoing investigation.
- 10-year-old stabs Dollar Tree employee multiple times during attempted robbery, police say
A 10-year-old boy is facing charges after stabbing a Dollar Tree employee multiple times during an attempted robbery in Dauphin County, Pennsylvania. The child used a fixed-blade knife to threaten a female employee for money, was subdued by store workers, and was later taken into custody by police.
- Police arrest armed robbery suspect, recover firearms
The Rivers State Police Command arrested a suspected armed robber and recovered five firearms and live ammunition through intelligence-led operations. Investigators are working to dismantle an alleged criminal network linked to the suspect.
- Attorney explains legal challenges in Detroit Lions CB Terrion Arnold’s robbery, kidnapping case
Detroit Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold appeared in Florida court charged with armed robbery and kidnapping, with prosecutors alleging conspiracy. Arnold's attorneys deny the allegations, and a pretrial hearing is scheduled for June 29. Prosecutors claim the case was retaliation for a theft at Arnold's rental property.
- Detroit Lions player arrested on charges of armed robbery and kidnapping
Terrion Arnold, a defensive player for the Detroit Lions and a former first-round pick and all-American at the University of Alabama, has been arrested on charges of armed robbery and kidnapping. He is denying the allegations.
- Chicago man charged in shooting, armed robbery of man on NW Side
A Chicago man has been charged with attempted murder following a violent armed robbery in the Schorsch Village neighborhood. The incident occurred on Monday, leading to the individual's arrest and charges.
- Detroit Lions player Terrion Arnold in Florida jail, accused of directing violent confrontation
Detroit Lions player Terrion Arnold is in a Florida jail accused of orchestrating a violent confrontation where three people were kidnapped, pistol-whipped, and robbed. Police allege Arnold directed the attack via a group chat and later arrived at the scene, though his representatives deny his involvement, citing lack of credible evidence and potential witness bias.
- Detroit Lions' Terrion Arnold arrested in connection with Florida kidnapping, robbery
Detroit Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold was arrested in Tampa, Florida, for four counts of kidnapping and four counts of armed robbery linked to a February incident. Police allege he and others lured victims to an apartment where they were assaulted, robbed, and forced to leave, with the attack reportedly livestreamed. Arnold's team denies his involvement, citing lack of credible evidence and reliance on testimony from convicted felons.
- Warrant: String of south Minneapolis armed robberies targeted delivery drivers
A series of armed robberies targeting food delivery drivers in south Minneapolis was linked to a coordinated scheme involving fake delivery orders. An 18-year-old suspect, Aizarion Takais Dementral Campbell, was arrested and admitted to participating in six robberies, while investigators are pursuing a juvenile accomplice through a seized Instagram account.
- Police search for suspect in armed robbery in Chesterfield
Police are investigating an armed robbery at a Chesterfield County business that occurred Tuesday evening. A suspect is being sought in connection with the incident.
- Teen accused of 2025 Lit Lounge mass shooting faces two new felonies after release on bond
An Austin teenager accused of a 2025 mass shooting at Lit Lounge faces two new felony charges for alleged involvement in an armed robbery after being released on bond. The arrest occurred less than two months after his release from jail on a separate felony arrest.
- Three men charged in armed robbery after fight with women in Naperville
Three men have been charged with mob action in connection with a violent armed robbery in west suburban Naperville following a fight with women.
- Chicago crime overnight: Rideshare driver wounded, robbery victim in critical condition in separate shootings
A rideshare driver was wounded while dropping off passengers, and another man was critically injured during an armed robbery in two of three separate shootings reported overnight on Chicago's West and Northwest sides.
- Suspect in north Charlotte officer-involved shooting was on parole for prior charge
Jarod Starks, a suspect in a north Charlotte officer-involved shooting and standoff, was on parole for a prior charge after being released from jail for allegedly stealing a car. He has a long criminal history including armed robbery and was shooting at random cars and an officer before being arrested.
- Surveillance video captures elderly man beaten down in a Southwest Miami-Dade bakery; one man in custody
Surveillance video captured an elderly man being beaten at a Southwest Miami-Dade bakery, with 33-year-old Alejandro Martinez identified as the suspect. Martinez faces charges including attempted murder, armed robbery, and carjacking linked to multiple incidents, including an attack at a 7-Eleven gas station. Victims from the attacks are expected to recover.
- Police arrest nine over alleged armed robbery, murder
Police have arrested nine individuals in connection with an alleged armed robbery and murder case. The police spokesperson, Wasiu Abiodun, revealed this information in a crime bulletin issued in Minna.
- Men accused of breaking into Warren apartment, robbing man at gunpoint
Two men, Dwayne Lewis and Davon Loveings, are charged with armed robbery, home invasion, and other offenses after allegedly robbing a Warren man at gunpoint. They were arrested following a police chase involving a Chevy Malibu and are required to wear GPS tethers if bond is posted.
- 40-year-old man charged after months-long investigation into Hopewell armed robbery
A 40-year-old man is facing multiple charges following a months-long investigation into an armed robbery in Hopewell. The case involved a prolonged law enforcement inquiry into the incident.