1 arrested after attempted robbery in West Ashley

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – One person was arrested on Wednesday morning after an attempted robbery in West Ashley, according to the Charleston Police Department.

Sgt. Elisabeth Wolfsen said officers responded to allegations that a man attempted to rob at two people of their car at the Time to Shine Car Wash off Savannah Highway. The male suspect struck one person with the gun.

Police said the suspect then walked across the car wash parking lot and entered a home in the area of Carrillo Street and North Dallerton Circle.

Authorities made contact with the individual who eventually surrendered to law enforcement.

It’s unclear if anyone was inside the home at the time, or if any injuries were reported. An investigation is ongoing.

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