Suspect’s mother returns stolen iPhone to victim of armed robbery
A man handed over his iPhone 6 Plus after being held at gunpoint late Saturday on South Hillock Court
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) — A man handed over his iPhone 6 Plus after being held at gunpoint late Saturday on South Hillock Court.
Richland County Sheriff’s Office deputies say the armed robbery happened around 11:30 p.m.
Deputies say the victim was walking out to his car when the suspect left an unknown vehicle, pointed a gun at the victim’s head and demanded his possessions. He handed over his iPhone.
Officials say the suspect stole the phone and fled the area, striking a parked Nissan Altima. While deputies were on scene, authorities say the suspect’s mother arrived to return the stolen phone.
The incident is still under investigation. We’re told criminal charges are pending. If you know anything about the case, call Crimestoppers at 1-888-CRIME-SC.
