Suspects arrested in connection with July 17 armed robbery in Gainesville

**UPDATES**

Armed Robbery *ARREST –On July 18, detectives with the Prince William County VA Police Department’s Robbery Unit identified two suspects involved in the robbery which was reported to have occurred in the area of Tackhouse Ct and Tackhouse Lp in Gainesville on July 17.

Following the investigation, detectives obtained warrants for the arrest of the suspects, identified as Eric Sims WALKER and a 17-year-old male juvenile. On July 28, members of the Bike Unit located and arrested WALKER without incident at a residence in Gainesville. On July 29, the 17-year-old male juvenile was also located and arrested without incident. The investigation continues.
Arrested on July 28:
Eric Sims WALKER, 27, of No Fixed Address
Charged with robbery and conspiracy to commit a felony
Court Date: August 22, 2016 | Bond: Held WITHOUT Bond

Arrested on July 29: [Juvenile]
A 17-year-old male juvenile of Gainesville
Charged with robbery and conspiracy to commit a felony
Court Date: Pending| Status: Held at the Juvenile Detention Center

Armed Robbery [Previously Released] – On July 17 at 9:53PM, officers responded to the area of Tackhouse Ct and Tackhouse Lp in Gainesville (20155) to investigate a robbery. The victim, an 18-year-old man of Bristow, reported to police that he made arrangements to conduct a narcotics transaction with four known acquaintances in the above area. During the encounter, one of the men pulled out a knife and demanded money and the narcotics. The victim was assaulted by the suspects before they dispersed on foot. Minor injuries were reported. The investigation continues.

**INCIDENTS**

Residential Burglary – On July 25 at 3:50PM, officers responded to a residence located in the 12300 block of Purcell Rd in Manassas (20112) to investigate a burglary. The homeowner reported to police that the burglary occurred between 5:30AM and 4:30PM. The investigation revealed that entry was made into the residence through a rear door which was found damaged. Two firearms, ammunition, prescription medication, jewelry, money, and miscellaneous items.

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