2 Charged With South Charlotte Armed Robbery

CHARLOTTE, NC — Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police have charged two suspects, including a 15-year-old juvenile, in connection to a south Charlotte armed robbery on April 14th.

The robbery happened around 1am on Carmel Road near the Carmel Country Club. Police say three juveniles flagged down a vehicle for a ride, then robbed him at gunpoint.

The victim was reportedly released a short time later and flagged down a passing police car on Sharon Road. The victim was not injured.

Police say Tyler Huff and a 15-year-old juvenile have been identified as suspects in the case.

Tyler Huff

Huff, 19, was arrested in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina on April 22nd. He is charged with assault by pointing a gun, conspiracy to commit robbery with a dangerous weapon, possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, and robbery with a dangerous weapon.

The 15-year-old juvenile was reportedly arrested on April 24th after a brief foot chase with CMPD officers, and is charged with possession of handgun by a minor, conspiracy to commit robbery with a dangerous weapon, robbery with a dangerous weapon, possession with intent to sell and deliver marijuana, resist/obstruct/delay a law enforcement officer, and possession of drug paraphernalia.

The investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to call Crime Stoppers at 704-334-1600.