POLK COUNTY, Fla. – Two teenage suspects have been arrested in connection with a series of vehicle burglaries and an aggravated assault in the Poinciana area of Polk County.
The investigation began on November 12th when deputies responded to a report of an aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. A teenager was threatened with a handgun by 17-year-old Christopher Thomas.
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During the investigation, deputies identified a second suspect, 16-year-old Jeremius Butler. Both teens were arrested and charged with multiple felonies, including armed burglary, grand theft, and aggravated assault with a deadly weapon.
The stolen firearm, which was used in the aggravated assault, was recovered by deputies.
“This goes way beyond kids behaving badly. These kids broke into cars, stole a gun, and then used that loaded gun to threaten another teen. It’s time for some serious consequences for these felonious juveniles. And one more thing – lock your car doors!” said Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd.
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