Robbery
Coverage of Robbery in the Nexus archive.
- Retired LAPD detective arrested for 1994 Ventura County sexual assault and robbery case
A sexual assault case involving a former LAPD detective has been reopened in Ventura County. The original incident involved allegations of robbery and sexual assault that occurred in 1994. The victim has reported waiting more than three decades for justice regarding the matter.
- Three men convicted of violent kidnapping, robbery of Southern California businessman
Three men were found guilty of their roles in a violent kidnapping and robbery of a Southern California businessman. The victim was later abandoned in a remote area. The U.S. Attorney’s Office identified suspects, including Peter Arafiles, Jr., 31, and Shanjeet Brar.
- Man, 71, dies from injuries following Kahului assault
A 71-year-old man died from injuries sustained following an assault in Kahului. The Maui Police Department reported that two male suspects were charged with murder, robbery, and assault related to separate incidents that occurred on Thursday, Aug. 6 and Friday, Aug. 7.
- New details on the man arrested near Trump's California golf club
A man was arrested outside President Trump's golf club in Rancho Palos Verdes, California. He was already under investigation for robbery.
- Afghan migrant suspected in killing Scottish aid worker, stuffing body in suitcase appears in court
An Afghan migrant accused of killing Scottish aid worker Elisabeth Jane Ross and concealing her body in a suitcase appeared in court after being charged with murder and robbery.
- Suspect in Greek suitcase murder of Scottish aid worker appears in court
A man accused of murdering Scottish aid worker Elisabeth Jane Ross and hiding her body in a suitcase appeared in court in Athens, Greece. Identified via CCTV footage, the suspect, an Afghan migrant, was charged with murder and robbery. The UK National Crime Agency, Police Scotland, and US law enforcement assisted in the investigation.
- Ex-L.A. cop gets life plus 15 years for robbery, kidnapping of teen
A former Los Angeles Police Department officer was sentenced to life plus 15 years in state prison for kidnapping and robbing a teenager, during which a bitcoin fortune was stolen. The incident occurred on Dec. 28, 2024, involving 38-year-old Eric Halem.
- Elizabeth City police investigate Dollar Tree robbery on Capital Trace
The Elizabeth City Police Department is investigating a robbery that occurred Sunday night at a Dollar Tree on Capital Trace. They are seeking tips from the public to aid in their investigation.
- Robbery suspect hospitalized after officer-involved shooting during multi-city chase ending in Dallas
A robbery suspect was hospitalized after a high-speed chase and gunfire exchange with police across The Colony, Plano, Richardson, and Dallas. The officer-involved shooting occurred during a multi-city pursuit that concluded in Dallas.
- Austin Rainey Street shooting: New video released by police
Austin police have released new surveillance video showing two individuals involved in a shooting and robbery that occurred on Rainey Street over the weekend.
- Police: Store clerk hurt after being dragged by vehicle during robbery in Central
A store clerk sustained life-altering injuries after being dragged and partially run over during a robbery at a convenience store in Central. The incident occurred following a robbery at the store.
- 3 assault suspects at large after yelling racial slurs against Black people: Palo Alto PD
Three suspects are at large after allegedly assaulting and robbing a man in his 30s at Baylands Nature Preserve in Palo Alto, with the incident being investigated as a possible hate crime due to racial slurs targeted against Black people.
- Does digital arrest need to be made a ‘standalone offence’: Supreme Court
The Supreme Court questioned whether digital arrest should be classified as a standalone offence, with the Chief Justice of India (CJI) asking if existing legal definitions like robbery, extortion, and dacoity suffice. The discussion centers on whether digital crimes require a distinct legal framework.
- Youth robbed in Bengaluru
A youth was robbed in Bengaluru. The incident occurred in the Indian city.
- Teens accused of golf cart gunpoint robbery in Albany
Two teens are accused of robbing a golf cart at gunpoint in an Albany apartment complex. The incident occurred on Thursday night.
- California party promoter charged in bizarre attack, robbery of lawmaker at her own home
Oakland City Councilmember Rowena Brown was assaulted and robbed by an acquaintance at her home. A California party promoter has been charged in the incident.
- Oakland Councilmember Rowena Brown says she was assaulted, robbed
Oakland Councilmember Rowena Brown reported being assaulted and robbed. Oakland Police Department confirmed an arrest and ongoing investigation.
- Suspect captured after allegedly trying to rob same business again
A suspect was arrested in July for allegedly attempting to rob the same business a second time, wearing clothing similar to what he wore during a June 27 robbery. The Colorado Springs Police Department confirmed the arrest, which occurred shortly after midnight on June 27.
- Two 16-year-olds charged with murder in University City homicide: CMPD
Two 16-year-olds, Kha-Zai McIllwain and Devonterival Miller, were charged with murder and robbery in connection with a homicide in northeast Charlotte. The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department arrested them on July 22 for a shooting that occurred in April.
- 18-year-old arrested in connection to Cimarron Hills homicide
An 18-year-old was arrested in connection to a robbery and homicide investigation in Cimarron Hills, El Paso County, Colorado. The case began in July, and deputies responded to the 2300 block of Reed Grass Way following a shooting.
- One arrested in Cimarron Hills homicide investigation, according to sheriff's office
The El Paso County Sheriff's Office arrested Damonte Linwood, 18, for second-degree murder and robbery in the July 7 homicide of 39-year-old Michael Fell in Cimarron Hills. The incident involved four masked individuals breaking into a home, and Linwood is being held at the Aurora Detention Center on a $500,000 bond.
- Norfolk Police search for man in connection to robbery on Granby Street
Norfolk Police are searching for a man connected to a robbery that occurred at a business on Granby Street on July 21. The incident took place after 1 p.m. at 802 Granby Street, according to the Norfolk Police Department.
- 36-year-old man charged in Kalihi convenience store robbery
A 36-year-old man has been charged with robbery and unauthorized control of a vehicle following a convenience store incident in Kalihi on July 20, 2026. The charges stem from the Kalihi convenience store robbery.
- Police arrest four suspected kidnappers, robbers, recover firearm
The police arrested four suspected kidnappers and robbers, recovering a firearm. Three suspects were intercepted while attempting to abduct a female POS operator.
- Teen shot in chest during robbery on NYC subway platform
A teen was shot in the chest during a robbery on a New York City subway platform. The victim, a woman, is recovering in stable condition according to police.
- CCB busts honey-trap and robbery gang
The CCB has dismantled a gang involved in honey-trap and robbery activities. The operation targeted a criminal group using deceptive methods to commit crimes.
- Convicted cat burglar reveals No. 1 tip to avoid getting robbed or kidnapped in broad daylight
A convicted cat burglar advises avoiding distraction to prevent robbery or kidnapping. The main advice is to avoid being perceived as a target by attackers.
- Moped-riding duo suspected in 29 daytime robberies in Brooklyn and Queens this summer
Two suspects on a moped are suspected in 29 daytime robberies in Brooklyn and Queens between June 15 and July 10. The victims were targeted for their chains, which were forcibly taken by the duo.
- Norfolk Police Department seeks help identifying robbery suspect
The Norfolk Police Department is seeking the community's help in identifying a robbery suspect. They are requesting assistance to locate an individual involved in a recent robbery.
- Colorado Springs robbery suspect arrested in Aurora
A suspect in a 2026 Colorado Springs robbery was arrested on July 15 in Aurora with the assistance of the FBI and local law enforcement. The Colorado Springs Police Department coordinated the effort, requesting help from Aurora authorities to apprehend the individual.
- Man killed in Reed Grass Way shooting identified
The El Paso County Coroner identified a man shot and killed in an early morning shooting on Reed Grass Way in Cimarron Hills on July 7. Deputies are investigating the incident as a potential robbery and homicide.
- ITV chef Parveen Ashraf reveals her husband was killed during a robbery as she returns to work six months after tragedy
ITV chef Parveen Ashraf reveals her husband was killed during a robbery as she returns to work six months after the tragedy. The incident occurred during a robbery, leading to her husband's death.
- Nashville police drone catches robbery suspect with boxcutter in the act in Hermitage
Nashville police used a drone to catch a robbery suspect wielding a boxcutter in Hermitage. The incident was recorded by the drone during the act.
- Deputies arrest robbery suspect in wooded area in Will County, bodycam video shows
Will County deputies arrested a robbery suspect in a wooded area. The arrest was captured on bodycam video.
- American marine biologist and conservationist shot dead in the Philippines
American marine biologist Kent Carpenter was shot dead by three masked men during a robbery at his home in the central Philippines. He was a professor at Old Dominion University and had worked with Silliman University on marine research. Police are investigating the motive and identifying the attackers.
- Aussie actress Danielle Spencer reveals she has been robbed in London and issues warning to tourists: 'It's a bit of an issue there'
Aussie actress Danielle Spencer was robbed in London and has warned tourists about the issue. She described the situation as 'a bit of an issue there.'
- Two men attempt to rob off-duty Long Beach Police officer at gunpoint, prompting shooting
Two men attempted to rob an off-duty Long Beach Police officer at gunpoint, resulting in a shooting. The officer was not injured, and the suspected robbers remain at-large.
- Young doctor shot dead in robbery near Karachi's Teen Talwar: police
A young doctor, Akash Kumar, was shot dead during a robbery near Karachi's Teen Talwar. The incident involved armed suspects attempting to steal Rs2.5 million, leading to a crossfire between the robbers and a bank security guard.
- L.A. fitness influencer shot dead by Oakland robbery crew, prosecutors say
Four Oakland men, one now deceased, are connected to the murder of a Los Angeles fitness influencer. The three surviving members will stand trial on charges of robbery, assault, and murder following a court ruling.
- Juvenile held for aiding elderly woman’s murder at Kozhinjampara in Palakkad
A juvenile was held for aiding in the murder of an elderly woman at Kozhinjampara in Palakkad. The victim was killed during a robbery on June 10.