Two Boys Charged With Robbery After Taking Cash From Someone Looking To Buy Gaming System

MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR/KFGO) — Two boys are in juvenile detention in Moorhead after grabbing the cash of someone trying to purchase a gaming system after connecting on Facebook Marketplace.

When he arrived at an apartment entryway in the 1500 block of Belsly Boulevard Tuesday afternoon, he was confronted by the boys who grabbed his money, pushed him and ran.

During follow-up investigation, officers located one suspect.

The second boy turned himself in.

Both are facing robbery charges.

Police say there are several designated locations where people can meet safely to buy or sell property, including the Law Enforcement Center.