The smallest armed robbery in Florida history? A bizarre crime at an ice cream shop has left locals scratching their heads. 🌐 #News #CoconutCreekFL #Florida #Crime
COCONUT CREEK, FL — In what might be the smallest-stakes armed robbery in recent Florida history, a 44-year-old woman allegedly brandished a handgun at a local Dairy Queen – all for a measly dollar and fifty cents in tips.
The Not-So-Great Heist
Police say Allison Fetting entered the Coconut Creek Dairy Queen last year, displayed a black handgun, and initially demanded money from the register. But in an unexpected twist, she reportedly ignored the cash drawer entirely, snatching only the tip jar before fleeing the scene. No employees were harmed during the incident.
A History of Trouble
This isn’t Fetting’s first brush with the law. Records show she previously served time for a 2003 robbery in Osceola County, and authorities say she’s been linked to other incidents in the Coconut Creek area. While the tip jar robbery occurred last year, Fetting wasn’t taken into custody until Friday.
Legal Proceedings
Fetting now faces second-degree petty theft charges and is being held at the Paul Rein Detention Facility. Her arraignment is scheduled for Wednesday. As of publication, court records show no attorney listed for her defense. As with all criminal cases, Fetting is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Real Stats:
- The average armed robbery in the United States nets criminals approximately $1,200 according to the FBI’s latest crime statistics
- Florida sees roughly 17,000 robberies annually, based on Florida Department of Law Enforcement data
- Only about 2% of reported robberies involve amounts under $5, per the National Incident-Based Reporting System
A Moment for Reflection
In times when desperation drives people to make poor choices, we’re reminded of the importance of community support and second chances. While justice must be served, perhaps this incident calls us to consider how we might better help those struggling in our neighborhoods before they reach such breaking points. The smallest acts of kindness and support could make all the difference in preventing future incidents like this one…