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Two teenagers arrested for alleged armed robbery in Roxbury

Two juveniles were arrested for an alleged armed robbery in Roxbury on Saturday, police say.

Boston Police responded to a reported armed robbery around Whiting Street and Winthrop Street around 3:30 p.m. on Saturday afternoon.

Police say two teens that matched the description given to them were spotted in the area, and an investigation showed the two allegedly approached a person and stole his bicycle.

One of the two suspects reached into his waistband, allegedly motioning as if he had a weapon that didn't end up being shown.

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Both suspects were identified by police and were arrested and charged with delinquent to wit: armed robbery and delinquent to wit: buying, receiving or concealing stolen goods.

The two teenagers will be arraigned in Boston Juvenile District Court.

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