Multiple juveniles arrested in lengthy Roanoke robbery and assault spree

ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) – Two juveniles were arrested in connection with a series of robberies and aggravated assaults in Roanoke, following the arrest of Malik Johnson on June 9, according to the Roanoke Police Department. (RPD)

RPD has arrested two additional suspects connected to a series of robberies and aggravated assaults in the Panorama Avenue area of the City of Roanoke.

Police say a 15-year-old and a 16-year-old were taken into custody for their alleged involvement in the crimes that occurred over five days.

Roanoke assault & robbery: Arrest made, juvenile wanted

These arrests follow the June 9 arrest of Malik Johnson, who has been charged for aggravated assault and robbery, RPD says. At the time of Johnson’s arrest, at least one juvenile was at large. Police say Johnson remains at the Roanoke City Jail…

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