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Flossmoor police arrest suspect in armed robbery

Flossmoor police announced Tuesday afternoon that investigators have made an arrest in connection with a recently reported armed robbery. Flossmoor detectives are also actively pursuing two juvenile suspects in connection with the incident.

Flossmoor police announced Tuesday afternoon that investigators have made an arrest in connection with a recently reported armed robbery. 

Roosevelt Winding, 24, of Sauk Village, was arrested and charged with one count of armed robbery. Flossmoor detectives are also actively pursuing two juvenile suspects in connection with the incident.

At approximately 5:30 p.m. on April 2 an individual reported that while walking in the area of the 1000 block of Leavitt Avenue he was approached by a male suspect who demanded his cell phone while displaying a handgun.

Following the investigation and arrest, the victim’s cell phone was recovered and returned.

The Flossmoor Police Department wants to remind residents to be aware, plan ahead and trust their instincts when it comes to their surroundings.

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