(Long Island, NY) Suffolk County Police have arrested two males for robbing a pizza delivery person in Medford on Friday, January 1.
A 22-year-old Coram man was delivering pizza to a residence on Dunbar Ave. at approximately 8:45 p.m. on January 1 when he was approached by 5 males. The victim dropped the pizza and attempted to flee and a struggle ensued. The victim was able to get to his vehicle and drive away.
Suffolk County Police have arrested two males for robbing a pizza delivery person in Medford on Friday, January 1. Photo Credit: Chris Boyle.
Sixth Precinct and Canine Section officers responded. Canine Section Officer Kenneth O’Brien and his dog, Dodge, located a vehicle with subjects inside on Granny Road in Medford and two males were subsequently arrested.
Sixth Squad detectives charged Joel Elam, 17, of Medford, with Robbery 2nd Degree. A juvenile male was also charged with Robbery 2nd Degree. Elam was scheduled to be arraigned today at First District Court in Central Islip.
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