A 16-year-old male juvenile was arrested and charged with a felony count of armed robbery, Chicago police said. The arrest took place at 10 p.m. this Wednesday, in the 700 block of N. Sawyer Ave, following an incident in which the young man allegedly took part in robbing a 35-year-old male at gunpoint in the 4700 block of W. Division St., located in the city's 11th District.

The Chicago Police Department's report outlined that the juvenile was apprehended less than two hours after the alleged crime. Details surrounding the nature of the theft have yet to be publicly disclosed, and there appears to be no intent to release additional information at the current time. The teenager faces a serious charge that, depending on the court's findings, could significantly impact the trajectory of his young life.

Following the arrest, the suspect was scheduled to appear for a juvenile detention hearing at the 1100 S. Hamilton facility on February 7, 2025. The hearing is the next step in a legal process set to determine the consequences of actions the juvenile stands accused of committing. As with all cases involving minors, the court procedures are expected to closely consider the age and circumstances of the offender alongside the nature of the offense.

In their official statement, the Chicago Police Department has not yet released the identity of the juvenile due to his age. The department's choice to avoid revealing identifying details adheres to customary practices intended to protect underage individuals entangled in the criminal justice system. The department's statement emphasized that the offender was placed into custody and charged accordingly.

This story is under development, and more information will be provided as it becomes available.