HPD makes arrest in gunpoint robbery


On March 23, 2009, an armed robbery occurred on Spring Court.

The victim told officers of the Henderson Police Department that he was walking on Spring Court when he was approached from behind by a black male. The suspect displayed a handgun and demanded money and also threatened to shoot the victim in the face if he did not comply with the demands.

The victim was robbed of an undisclosed amount of US currency.

After the robbery, the suspect ran from the area.

After an investigation by members of the HPD’s Criminal Investigations Division, the suspect listed below has been arrested and charged.

Tyshilkee Williams, 18
550 W. Andrews Avenue
Henderson, NC
Charges: Robbery with a dangerous weapon
Court Date: March 30, 2009
Bond: $60,000