Teenager Arrested in Buford for Multiple Armed Robberies, Awaits Trial in Gwinnett County

A teenager suspected in a series of armed robberies in Buford has been detained, Gwinnett County authorities have confirmed. Jay-Lan Shane Broughton, 17, now faces multiple charges, including three counts of armed robbery, four counts of aggravated assault, and possession of a firearm during the commission of certain felonies. According to FOX 5 Atlanta, the arrest is the culmination of an investigation stemming from a May 24, 2024, incident where Broughton and others allegedly confronted two teenagers at a pool on Apple Grove Road, brandishing a firearm and stealing valuables including jewelry, debit cards, and personal identification.

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