Juveniles Charged In Armed Robbery

TUPELO (WCBI) – Two juveniles will face an adult court in connection with a Tupelo armed robbery.  14 year old Pedro Gomez was arrested Wednesday and 15 year old Oscar Castillo was picked up Thursday for the July 18th robbery of a Chickasaw Trail resident.

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Detectives say the pair took a jacket, shoes and an I-Phone from another juvenile.

One of the suspects pulled a gun during the holdup. That played a key role in the decision to charge the pair as adults.  Both are free on bond.

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