Willimantic Man Arrested in Armed Robbery at Family Dollar in West Hartford

WEST HARTFORD, CT — A Willimantic man has been arrested and charged following a thorough investigation into an armed robbery at a Family Dollar store in West Hartford. The incident drew a significant law enforcement response to the retail location as officers worked to secure the scene and gather evidence.

According to police documents, the suspect entered the Family Dollar store, threatened staff members, and indicated that he was armed. After demanding cash, the suspect successfully obtained an undisclosed sum of money from the register and fled the premises. Responding patrol officers canvassed the area and interviewed witnesses, providing key details to detectives.

Through investigative efforts and collaboration with other local police departments, detectives identified the suspect, leading to his arrest. He faces charges of first-degree robbery and larceny and is being held on bond pending his arraignment in court.