The minor allegedly tried to steal his family member’s phone and when she refused, he pulled out a knife to threaten her Friday, July 15 at 10 p.m., Prince William County Police reported.
When another family member intervened, the boy fled the home, authorities said. No injuries were reported, according to police.
During the investigation, police said they found suspected narcotics in the 13-year-old’s bedroom.
He was arrested for robbery, abduction, and possession of a controlled substance. Police said he is being held at the Juvenile Detention Center with a pending court date.
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