Armed Robbery at Smoke Shop in Wilkes-Barre

Two teenagers were charged in connection with an armed robbery at a smoke shop in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. The incident occurred on March 22, 2024, at a smoke shop located on South Main Street. According to police reports, the suspects entered the store and threatened the clerk with a firearm, demanding cash and other valuables. The robbers escaped with an undisclosed amount of cash and merchandise valued at $5,000.

One of the suspects, a 17-year-old from Scranton, was apprehended shortly after the incident. The second suspect, also a teenager, remains at large. The 17-year-old suspect was charged with armed robbery and is being held in the Luzerne County Correctional Facility. The police have not released the names of the suspects to protect their identities as they are minors. The clerk was not injured during the robbery, but the incident has left the community on edge.

Police are appealing to the public for any information that could lead to the arrest of the second suspect. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Wilkes-Barre Police Department. The investigation is ongoing, and further details will be released as they become available. The community is advised to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to local authorities.