Three Arrested Following Armed Robbery in San Francisco
The San Francisco Police Department has announced the arrest of three individuals in connection with an armed robbery that occurred last week at a business located on Geary Boulevard.
Incident Overview
On February 27th, around 6:45 p.m., officers responded to reports of an armed robbery at a commercial establishment situated on the 2600 block of Geary Boulevard. Witnesses described two suspects who had threatened employees with a firearm while stealing various items before escaping in a vehicle.
Investigation and Arrests
The following day, police were able to identify the getaway vehicle and, subsequently, two suspects. Through diligent investigative work, officers located the vehicle near the intersection of 16th Street and Potrero Avenue in the Mission District, allowing them to initiate surveillance.
After devising a plan to safely disable the vehicle, police executed their strategy, leading to the apprehension of three individuals who attempted to flee from the scene but were arrested without further incident.
Evidentiary Findings
During the search of the vehicle, law enforcement officials uncovered a significant cache of evidence, including:
- A rifle
- A loaded magazine
- Additional materials related to the robbery
Charges Filed Against Suspects
The suspects have been identified as:
- Joseph Baus, 34
- Matthew Rabbitt, 49
- Danielle Edwards, 43
Joseph Baus and Matthew Rabbitt are facing an array of serious charges, which include:
- Robbery
- Conspiracy
- Possession of an assault weapon
- Felon in possession of a firearm
- Possession of a silencer
- False imprisonment
- Resisting arrest
Additionally, Rabbitt has been charged with possessing a controlled substance while armed, along with methamphetamine possession.
Danielle Edwards has been charged with resisting arrest and was found to have an outstanding warrant beyond San Francisco.
Current Status
All three individuals are currently being held at the San Francisco County Jail without bail, as indicated by jail records. The police are urging anyone with additional information regarding the incident to reach out by calling 415-575-4444 or texting TIP411, starting messages with SFPD.
Conclusion
The swift response by the San Francisco Police Department highlights their commitment to addressing criminal activity within the community, ensuring public safety, and holding perpetrators accountable for their actions.
