A 17-year-old male suspect is arrested by the Lynchburg Police Department (LPD) just 20 minutes after an armed robbery incident on Sunday afternoon. The robbery occurred at approximately 12:45 PM when the suspect approached an adult female using a public restroom on Park Avenue and displayed what appeared to be a handgun, demanding her purse.
Thanks to the prompt response of local law enforcement, the suspect was apprehended quickly, with police discovering he was in possession of a pellet gun that closely resembled a real firearm. He is currently held in juvenile detention as authorities prepare formal charges, highlighting the ongoing commitment of the LPD to ensure community safety.
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