Davonte Jordan, 18, and a 14-year-old boy were arrested Wednesday afternoon in connection with an armed robbery in Charlestown, Boston police said.

According to the Boston Police Department, the two suspects allegedly pointed a gun at an elderly woman before stealing her purse. The incident occurred near 22 Prospect Street, where officers responded to a call about the armed robbery around 4:32 p.m.

The victim informed police that she was walking near Adams Street and Mount Vernon Street when two males approached her from behind. The suspects allegedly threatened her with a gun and took her purse, which contained credit cards, before fleeing toward Monument Square.

A nearby witness reported seeing two males running in the area and provided a description that matched the suspects. Another witness discovered a purse with scattered credit cards behind a building on Chestnut Street and confirmed the cards belonged to the victim.

Simultaneously, officers were dispatched to remove an individual from a property at 85 Monument Street. Upon arrival, police noticed two people matching the suspects’ description. When approached, both individuals ran but were apprehended after a short pursuit near 17 Carney Court.

The suspects were identified as Davonte Jordan and the 14-year-old boy, whose name has been withheld due to his age. While booking the younger suspect, officers found the victim’s credit card in his possession.

Jordan faces charges of armed masked robbery of an elderly person, receiving stolen property, and trespassing. The 14-year-old is charged as delinquent with the same offenses, according to the Boston Police Department.

During his arraignment Thursday, Jordan pleaded not guilty and was held without bail pending a dangerousness hearing. An attorney listed for Jordan did not immediately respond to requests for comment.

Boston police continue their investigation into the incident. Anyone with additional information is encouraged to contact the department.
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