Trio Charged in Oak Forest 7-Eleven Armed Robbery on Christmas Day: Police
Introduction to the Incident
OAK FOREST, Ill. – Three men are in custody in connection with a Christmas Day armed robbery at a 7-Eleven in Oak Forest, police said.
What We Know
Officers were called at around 1 a.m. Dec. 25 to the convenience store at 4901 W. 167th St., where three masked suspects armed with handguns forced a clerk to the back of the store before stealing cash and other items, according to police. The suspects then fled the scene. Investigators later determined the same three men were involved in similar armed robberies in nearby communities.
Suspects and Arrests
(From left): Brandon Smith, 24, of Chicago; Jamal Flex, 25, of Harvey and Lajuan Pouncey, 22, of Riverdale. (Oak Forest PD)
Charges and Investigation
Police arrested Jamal Flex, 25, of Harvey; Lajuan Pouncey, 22, of Riverdale; and Brandon Smith, 24, of Chicago. All three are charged with armed robbery, a Class X felony. Oak Forest police said they were assisted in the investigation by officers from Midlothian, Glenwood, Chicago and other agencies.
Conclusion
The swift action by law enforcement and the collaboration between different agencies led to the arrest of the suspects involved in the Christmas Day armed robbery at the Oak Forest 7-Eleven. This incident highlights the importance of interagency cooperation in combating crime and ensuring public safety.
FAQs
- Q: When did the armed robbery occur?
- A: The armed robbery occurred on Christmas Day, December 25.
- Q: Where did the robbery take place?
- A: The robbery took place at a 7-Eleven convenience store located at 4901 W. 167th St. in Oak Forest.
- Q: How many suspects were involved and what are their names?
- A: Three suspects were involved: Jamal Flex, 25, of Harvey; Lajuan Pouncey, 22, of Riverdale; and Brandon Smith, 24, of Chicago.
- Q: What charges do the suspects face?
- A: All three suspects are charged with armed robbery, a Class X felony.
