Police Arrest Armed Robbery Suspect at Ranias Restaurant in North Charleston

NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. — A suspect has been arrested following an armed robbery at Ranias Restaurant, according to the North Charleston Police Department.

The incident occurred during business hours when a suspect entered the dining establishment and brandished a weapon, demanding money from the cash register and employees. The situation created panic among patrons and staff, but no physical injuries were reported during the encounter. The suspect quickly fled the restaurant after securing cash.

Responding NCPD officers arrived at the scene, secured the area, and collected descriptions from eyewitnesses. Thanks to detailed descriptions and quick actions by patrol officers, the suspect was located nearby shortly after the incident and taken into custody. The suspect has been charged with armed robbery and possession of a weapon during the commission of a violent crime. The investigation is ongoing as police gather further evidence.