A 44-year-old woman from Mankato, Latosha Marie James, is charged with armed robbery after allegedly holding up a KFC where she previously worked. The incident unfolded late Thursday night when James, who first visited to collect her paycheck, returned brandishing a handgun and demanding cash while instructing employees to disable surveillance cameras.
Within just 90 minutes, police apprehend James in North Mankato, aided by tips from a passenger in her vehicle. Authorities use a drone to locate the discarded pistol and sweatshirt on nearby rooftops—key evidence in the case. Investigators report that about $900 was taken during the robbery, prompting a detailed court hearing following her swift arrest.
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