Washington Police arrest eight in armed robbery, searching for ninth person involved

WASHINGTON — The Washington Police Department has arrested eight suspects and is still searching for one who was involved in an armed robbery on Friday at a business park in the 900 block of West National Highway.

Investigators say one juvenile was shot during the incident.

Most of those involved are juveniles, along with the victim. The only name that has been released in this case so far is 18-year-old Edgar Pedraza, who is charged with conspiracy to commit robbery.

Multiple agencies were involved in the investigation.

Police say the public’s assistance has been a massive help in this case.