Teen Arrested in Armed Bodega Robbery in Harlem

Police have arrested one of three teens wanted in an armed robbery at an East Harlem bodega. 

The robbery happened just after 9 a.m. Saturday at a bodega on East 115th Street. Two of the teens, one armed with a handgun, went into the bodega while the third teen stood outside. One of the teens pointed a handgun at the clerk and demanded money. The three got the cash and then took off on foot.

No injuries were reported during the robbery.

The 16-year-old who was arrested was charged with robbery and criminal possession of a weapon.

Anyone with information on the other teens' whereabouts is asked to call Crime Stoppers at 800-220-TIPS.

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