Two Arrested in Riverside Strong Arm Robbery

Tajee A. Crawley, 20 yrs

On December 7, 2014, an adult male was assaulted by four male subjects as he was leaving a convenience store in the downtown area of Riverside.  His cell phone and other property were taken from him in the course of this assault.  The victim was transported to the hospital where he was treated for his injuries. 

As a result of the continuing investigation and with assistance from the Pemberton Township Police Department, two of the four subjects have been charged and arrested.  In late December of 2014, a 17 year old juvenile of Lumberton, was identified and charged with Robbery and Aggravated Assault.  He was lodged in the juvenile detention center.  On January 20, 2015, Tajee A. Crawley, 20yrs, also of Lumberton, was identified and charged in this case with Conspiracy to Commit Robbery and Theft.  Crawley was lodged at the Burlington County Correctional Facility in default of $50,000 full bail.  Both subjects are known to have an affiliation with the Bloods street gang. 

The investigation is ongoing.  Additional charges are pending.  Anyone with information regarding this case may contact Riverside Detectives at 856-461-8820.