Weymouth Police swiftly apprehend Brian Pettiford, 58, following an armed robbery incident at a local Stop & Shop. Store employees reported that Pettiford threatened them with a knife while attempting to steal merchandise before fleeing the scene in a black sedan.
Thanks to a rapid response from law enforcement, officers located Pettiford’s vehicle within minutes and executed a careful traffic stop. A search of the car revealed multiple knives, supporting the severity of the situation. Pettiford now faces charges of armed robbery and shoplifting by concealment, with bail set at $5,000, highlighting the prompt and effective action taken by the Weymouth Police Department under pressure.
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