Two juveniles are now in custody after what Delhi Township police describe as an armed robbery on Cincinnati’s West Side on Tuesday afternoon. Officers say the suspects pulled a gun during the holdup, then ran straight into a search that involved a K‑9, a drone, and unmarked detectives. Police later recovered a loaded handgun and items reported stolen.
The robbery happened just before 3 p.m. Tuesday in the 4200 block of Delryan Drive, according to WKRC. Officers told the outlet they got to the scene quickly and chased the suspects into a nearby neighborhood.
How officers tracked the suspects
Delhi Township police said the juveniles brandished a gun during the robbery. Officers brought in a K‑9 unit, a drone, and unmarked detectives to track them. The drone spotted the two on nearby Copperfield Lane, and one suspect was taken into custody right away, while the other briefly ran before being arrested, as reported by WKRC.
Evidence and charges
Police said the K‑9 later found a loaded gun hidden between two houses, and officers also recovered property taken from the victim. Both juveniles were charged with aggravated robbery. One also faces counts of tampering with evidence, carrying a concealed weapon and obstructing official business. Both were transported to the juvenile detention center, and police did not release their ages, per WCPO.
Broader context
The case comes as local officers continue to report heavy juvenile involvement in property and weapons-related crimes across Cincinnati, a trend police task forces and local news outlets have highlighted in recent months. Coverage of similar incidents has also pointed to programs and police initiatives aimed at steering young people away from crime, as noted by WLWT.
What police are asking
Delhi Township police are asking anyone with information about the robbery to call 513‑922‑0062 or reach out through the department’s non-emergency channels. In an immediate emergency, they remind residents to call 911. More contact details are listed on the Delhi Township website.
