Update to Armed Robbery on Brambleton Avenue
The following charges have been obtained in this case:
(Mr.) Derico Saunders, 45, of Roanoke, is charged with Robbery, Grand Larceny, Use of Firearm in Commission of Felony.
(Mr.) Clarence Burwell, 35, of Roanoke, is charged with Robbery, Grand Larceny, Use of Firearm in Commission of Felony.
(Ms.) Jerri Ann Gizzarelli, 22, of Roanoke is charged with Robbery, Grand Larceny, Use of Firearm in Commission of Felony.
Original Press Release:
On 09/28/17 the male victim contacted a woman via a social media account and was planning to meet her. When he arrived at the location, he was approached by two men who robbed him at gun point. The suspects are described as a white female, mid-20s with long dark hair; a black male, mid-30s, approximately 5'10" with slim build; and a black male, late 20s, approximately 5'11" with heavy build. The suspects then fled the area in a vehicle. This was a targeted event and police believe there is no threat to residents in the area or the general public.