4 teens arrested after armed robbery at Inverness Citgo gas station: CCSO
Courtesy: Citrus County Sheriff's Office
INVERNESS, Fla. - Four teenagers were arrested following an armed robbery at a Citgo gas station in Inverness on Sunday afternoon.
What we know:
According to the Citrus County Sheriff’s Office, Joshua Robertson, 19, and a 16-year-old boy went into the store located at 79 N. Florida Avenue around 2 p.m. armed with a gun, while another 16-year-old acted as a lookout and a 17-year-old getaway driver waited nearby.
Investigators said the pair confronted a clerk and a witness behind the counter and stole about $1500 worth of vape products before taking off.
The incident, which lasted about two minutes, was captured on surveillance camera.
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While deputies and a K-9 unit tracked tire impressions to determine which way the teens had gone, the surveillance images were shared on the CCSO’s Facebook page.
Investigators said several community members contacted dispatch and flagged down deputies to identify the suspects.
Each teen was charged with robbery with a firearm and grand theft.
What they're saying:
"This case shows what can be accomplished when dedicated deputies and engaged community watchdogs work together," said Sheriff David Vincent. "Our team moved quickly, and our residents stepped up without hesitation. Because of that partnership, these suspects were identified and apprehended in a matter of hours."
What's next:
The investigation is still ongoing, and investigators say more charges may be filed.
The Source: This article was written with information provided in a press release and social media post from the Citrus County Sheriff’s Office.