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Gun Threat Used to Steal Children's Earnings
12 Jun
Summary
- Suspects robbed children operating a lemonade stand on Wednesday, June 10.
- One suspect displayed a firearm from his waistband during the incident.
- The children plan to reopen their stand and donate proceeds to gun violence prevention.
Two children running a lemonade stand in Boston on Wednesday, June 10, were victims of an armed robbery. The suspects, who appeared to be wearing ski masks, made initial passes by the stand before approaching the children. They inquired if Apple Pay was accepted and then forcibly took a box containing U.S. currency.
During the incident, one of the perpetrators revealed a black firearm tucked into his waistband. Both suspects then fled the scene. Police have released images of the individuals and are seeking public assistance. The robbed children, aged 12 and his sister, have expressed resilience, planning to reopen their lemonade stand. They intend to donate half of the proceeds from their reopened business to causes aimed at reducing gun violence.
