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New Castle police arrest man in CVS Xanax robbery
New Castle police have arrested the man they believe is responsible for an armed robbery of a CVS Pharmacy on February 5th.
Thursday, February 11th 2021, 10:14 PM EST
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New Castle police have arrested the man they believe is responsible for an armed robbery of a CVS Pharmacy on February 5th.
Police said Jordan Perretti walked into the CVS on East Washington Street wearing a mask and gauze over his eye.
With a handgun, police said Perretti demanded narcotics from the pharmacy.
Police said Perretti did flee the area on foot after stealing Xanax.
Police conducted a felony traffic stop on Thursday and searched Perritti's vehicle, where officers found several bags containing Xanax of different milligrams and a 9mm handgun.
Perretti is charged with robbery and possession with the intent to deliver.