BALTIMORE, Md. — Three juvenile males, aged 11, 13, and 15, were arrested following an armed robbery at a convenience store in Southeast Baltimore, authorities announced.
On December 6, 2024, Southeast District patrol officers responded to a report of an armed robbery in progress at a store located in the 5800 block of Eastern Avenue.
According to police, the juveniles entered the store, caused a disturbance by consuming unpurchased items and spraying products on the floor. When store employees demanded they leave and attempted to escort them out, one of the suspects brandished a handgun and threatened an employee. The trio then stole merchandise and fled the scene on foot.
Officers conducted a canvas of the area and located the suspects in the 500 block of Dundalk Avenue. The juveniles were taken into custody, and officers seized four folding knives and a BB gun.
Police stated that the juveniles are known to law enforcement and have prior arrests for offenses including arson, assault, and destruction of property.
The 11-year-old and 13-year-old were released under monitoring, while the 15-year-old remains in custody as authorities continue their investigation.
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