Police arrest two teens for alleged armed robbery in Dorchester
Two Dorchester juveniles were arrested Saturday after they allegedly robbed a man as he entered his car in Dorchester, according to Boston police.Around 5:20 p.m., officers responded to a report of a robbery in progress near 176 Sydney St. Police were told two males approached the victim from behind, drew a knife, and demanded his wallet and cell phone. The suspects also ordered the victim to empty his center console and glove box, according to police.Officers in the area saw two males fitting the description of the suspects near Crescent Avenue. After they ran in opposite directions and were pursued by officers, a 16-year-old and 15-year-old were apprehended and positively identified as the robbery suspects, police said.
They were both arrested and charged with delinquent to wit, armed robbery, and breaking and entering into a motor vehicle. The victim’s stolen belongings were found in the pocket of the 15-year-old, police said, who was also charged with receiving/concealing stolen property.
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