ATHENS-CLARKE COUNTY, Ga. — Police in Athens are investigating an armed robbery that occurred Tuesday night.
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The Athens-Clarke County Police Department was called to the 2300 block of West Broad Street about an armed robbery.
According to the police, the 25-year-old victim from Athens was approached by the suspect who pointed a gun at him.
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The suspect held the man at gunpoint and stole items from him.
Authorities arrested and charged Melvin Roberts, 30, of Athens with armed robbery.
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The investigation is ongoing.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Johnson at 762-400-7060.
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