Suspect Arrested In Connection To String Of Armed Robberies

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Suspect Arrested In Connection To String Of Armed Robberies

A Florence man is behind bars in connection to a string of armed robberies. The first incident occurred on January 14 in which 50-year-old Derick George “forcefully attempted” to steal an occupied vehicle while armed with a knife. He was unsuccessful and no injuries were reported. On February 11, George robbed a convenience store. He allegedly demanded money from an employee while threatening to use a weapon. And on February 15, George robbed an…