3 Men, 1 Teen Accused Of Robbing Teens At Gunpoint In Cranston Shopping Plaza

CRANSTON, RI — Four people were arrested in the parking lot of the Chapel View Plaza in Cranston after police said they robbed two teens at gunpoint.

The victims, ages 14 and 16, told police, a group of four people came up to them demanding designer shoes, a sweatshirt, and jewelry. During the robbery, one suspect pulled out a gun and threatened to shoot one of the victims, according to police.

Police said the suspects drove away in a vehicle later identified as being used for ride sharing. Officers then used security footage, social media posts, and witness accounts to identify and arrest the suspects.

Police said the suspects were identified as:

• Jaemari Lucas, 20, of East Providence
• Jonathan Brito, 18, of Providence
• Helder Erben Martins, 18, of Woonsocket
• A 15-year-old boy from Providence.

The four suspects were charged with two counts of first-degree robbery and conspiracy to commit a felony.

Recovered items included a Spider brand sweatshirt and Balenciaga sneakers.

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