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Arrest Made In February Armed Robbery Of Delivery Person

Police have arrested a suspect believed to be connected to a February incident involving a robbery from a delivery person.

Maurice Johnson, 27, of Bridgeport

Maurice Johnson, 27, of Bridgeport

Photo Credit: Milford Police Department

The alleged robbery occurred Monday, Feb. 18 in the area of Bridgeport Avenue and Loomis Street in Milford. The victim was the delivery person from a local restaurant.

Police say a man approached the victim and pointed a gun at the victim's neck before taking the victim’s cash and iPhone.

After investigating the incident, Milford Police carried out a search warrant at a residence on Bridgeport Avenue on Wednesday, March 13.

During the search, 27-year-old Maurice Johnson of Bridgeport allegedly attempted to jump out of a second story window but was apprehended.

Officers discovered evidence of the February robbery in Johnson’s home, including:

  • A ski mask
  • Clothing
  • A 9mm semi-automatic handgun with a 30-round extended magazine
  • The stolen iPhone

Johnson was arrested and charged with the following:

  • First-degree robbery
Second-degree larceny
  • Carrying a pistol without a permit
  • Interfering/resisting arrest
  • Tampering with evidence

Johnson is being held on $100,000 bond. He is scheduled to appear in Milford Court on Thursday, March 14.

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