Abington, MA – March 28, 2025- At approximately 6:00 a.m. today, the Abington Police Department, in collaboration with the Metropolitan Law Enforcement Council (METRO-LEC) SWAT, Criminal Investigation Division (CID), Crisis Negotiation Team (CNT), K-9, and Tactical Drone Unit, carried out a high-risk arrest and search operation at a residence located at 117 North Avenue, Abington. This effort resulted in the arrest of a 17-year-old juvenile in connection with an armed robbery that took place earlier this week in Abington.
The suspect was taken into custody without incident and transported to the Abington Police Department for processing.
Charges include:
Armed Robbery
Assault & Battery with a Dangerous Weapon
Threat to Commit Crime, to wit murder
Larceny from Person
Possession of Class B Controlled Substance
Unlawful Possession of Ammunition
Additional charges may be forthcoming.
The juvenile also faces two outstanding warrants, including charges for:
Assault with a Dangerous Weapon
Carrying a Firearm without a License
Carrying a Loaded Firearm without a License
Armed Robbery x2
Possession of Over 2 Ounces of Marijuana Outside of a Residence
Possession with Intent to Distribute a Controlled Substance
Drug Violation Near a School or Park
Due to the suspect’s age, their identity will not be made public, and they will be processed in accordance with juvenile procedures.
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