Police Arrest East Charlotte Robbery Suspect

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Police arrested an east Charlotte robbery suspect Tuesday afternoon. Β Investigators say Richard Wager robbed two Dollar General stores and a Circle K in east Charlotte. Β 

This is an update to the story we posted Tuesday. Β Police released surveillance photos hoping someone would recognize the suspect. Β 

Police say an officer was on routine patrol when they observed a vehicle that was wanted in connection with several armed robberies. Β Wager was driving the vehicle. Β 

He was been charged with armed robbery with a dangerous weapon, common law robbery and attempted armed robbery with a dangerous weapon. Β 

Anyone with additional information concerning this case or the suspect is asked to call Crime Stoppers at 704-334-1600.