VICTORVILLE, Calif. (VVNG.com) — A 26-year-old Covina man was arrested following an armed robbery at Doris Davies Park on Monday afternoon, authorities said.
Deputies responded on Monday, February 16, 2026, at approximately 12:07 p.m., to Doris Davies Park in Victorville for a report of an armed robbery.
Through the investigation, deputies determined the victim was confronted at the park by a male suspect who brandished a handgun and demanded his property.
According to a written statement from the Victorville Police Department, the suspect forcibly removed a gold chain and pendant from the victim before fleeing the area. No injuries were reported.
Deputies identified the suspect as 26-year-old Demetrius Powell, a resident of Covina. Powell was later located at a residence and arrested without incident. A search warrant was obtained for the residence and associated vehicles.
Demetrius Powell was arrested and booked at the High Desert Detention Center in Adelanto for PC 211 – Armed Robbery.
Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact the Victorville Police Station at (760) 241-2911 or Sheriff’s Dispatch at (760) 956-5001.
Callers wishing to remain anonymous are urged to call the We-Tip hotline at 1-800-78CRIME (27463) or leave information online at www.wetip.com. Refer: Deputy K. Raglin.
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