West Columbia PD arrest armed robbery suspect

West Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) – West Columbia Police Department has made an arrest in an armed robbery that happened earlier today (7/23) at a Ruby Tuesday’s.

Investigators say 47-year-old William Jody Wingate has been charged with armed robbery, kidnapping and possession of a knife during a violent crime.

Officials say Wingate entered Ruby Tuesday’s with a knife and demanded money from an employee.

Wingate is being held at the Lexington County Detention Center and is awaiting bond.