From the Jackson Police Department –

Jackson Police has identified and arrested the person responsible for the brazen robbery, which
occurred in the restroom of Target – West Towne Commons – on Saturday afternoon.

A 16-year-old juvenile is currently in custody and is being charged with Aggravated Robbery, Aggravated Assault, and Burglary.

In consultation with the District Attorney’s Office, District Attorney Jody Pickens advises he will be
seeking transference to adult court based on the severity of the crime.

Video surveillance captures the victim and his child entering the business and the restroom. The
suspect is captured on video following and entering the restroom behind the victim and his child.

It is alleged the suspect brandished a firearm on the adult male and his six-year-old child robbing the
male of his property before fleeing the business.

Additional video surveillance from an area store captured the suspect using the victim’s credit card to make a purchase shortly after the robbery.

During the investigative process, Jackson Police was able to utilize technology, Flock Camera, to
assist in identifying the vehicle and registered owner. In addition, with assistance from the
community and the individual’s family, the suspect was taken into custody without incident.

This investigation is ongoing. If anyone has information that could be beneficial to the investigation
of other cases, please contact an investigator by calling 731-425-8400.