What happened: Two men who were impersonating law enforcement officers have been arrested in connection with a robbery spree in Palm Beach County, according to the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office.
Background: PBSO says that Sean Armas, and Billy Brewer have been arrested in connection to a trio of robberies in which the suspects impersonated themselves as law enforcement officers. The first robbery occurred just after 2:30 a.m.
19 near Cresthaven Boulevard and Military Trail. The VIC was riding an electric bicycle when the suspects pulled up alongside him in a black pickup truck with the words “State Trapper” printed on both rear windows, and Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission logo stickers.
The suspects then demanded the VIC’s identification and passport and questioned whether he was a U.S. When the VIC questioned back, one of the suspects snatched a gold chain from his neck before fleeing the scene.
The second robbery happened later that day at 7:20 a.m., PBSO says. This time, at a bus stop near South Military Trail and Summit Boulevard.
One of the suspects exited the vehicle, and approached a female VIC, implying that he had a firearm before snatching her gold necklace.
The available details are limited to the information verified at publication time. Readers should expect updates as the matter develops.
Any person identified in connection with an alleged offense is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in court.
Source: official sources including CBS12 News.
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