OSHKOSH, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) — Oshkosh police say four teens are in custody, suspected of robbing individuals, armed with a BB gun.
Police were called to the 600 block of N. Main St. just before 1:30 a.m. Friday for a robbery taking place.
It was reported several younger males approached a woman, pointed what looked like a gun in her face and stole her purse.
Police ultimately arrested four teens:
- A 14-year-old boy for robbery
- A 15-year-old boy for party to the crime of robbery
- A 12-year-old boy for party to the crime of robbery
- A 12-year-old boy for party to the crime of robbery
A 44-year-old man is also being referred to the District Attorney’s Office for an obstruction charge.
Police say a BB gun was located during the investigation.
Based off interviews, investigators believe there may be more victims that have not contacted police.
Detectives are looking to speak with a man who was approached by the suspects in the 500 block of Division Street. The man fell to the ground, had what looked like a gun pointed at his head and his wallet was taken.
In another incident, a man and a woman were approached by the suspects and the man was pepper sprayed.
If anybody has any information regarding this incident, they are encouraged to contact the Oshkosh Police Department to speak with Detective Robertson at 920-236-5723.
If you have information about this incident, but wish to remain anonymous, please contact the Winnebago County Crime Stoppers at (920) 231-8477; or add the free P3 App to your Apple or Android phone and add a tip; or go online. If your tip leads to an arrest, you may be eligible for a cash reward.
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