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Robbery Turns Deadly in Fredericksburg: FOX 7 Austin Reports

FREDERICKSBURG, Texas – A deadly robbery occurred in Fredericksburg, Texas, resulting in the tragic loss of life. The incident has sent shockwaves through the community, leaving residents concerned for their safety. Authorities reported that the robbery took place at a local convenience store late Friday night. According to police, the suspect entered the store and demanded money from the clerk at gunpoint. When the clerk resisted, the suspect fired the weapon, fatally injuring the employee. …

Fredericksburg Police Arrest 21-Year-Old Suspect in Armed Robbery Case at Kwikcheck

FREDERICKSBURG, Texas — Authorities in Fredericksburg Police Department arrested a 21-year-old man late Wednesday night. Awes Singko Rapet was taken into custody after detectives received a tip that he was staying at a local motel. Officers and deputies with the Gillespie County Sheriff’s Office executed the arrest warrant and search warrant, taking Rapet into custody without incident and finding evidence inside the motel room. Rapet is currently being held at the Gillespie County Jail. The …

Armed Robbery in Fredericksburg Leaves Bystander Dead: Suspect on the Run

FREDERICKSBURG, Texas – Police in Fredericksburg are on the lookout for a suspect described as ‘armed and dangerous’ after a deadly robbery on Tuesday night resulted in the fatal shooting of a bystander. The incident took place at the Kwikcheck Convenience Store on South State Highway 16, where 48-year-old Arthur Cortez was shot and killed during a robbery at around 11:47 p.m. According to authorities, surveillance video captured the suspect entering the store before putting …

Fredericksburg Police Seek Public’s Help in Identifying Suspect in Fatal Shooting During Armed Robbery

FREDERICKSBURG, Texas – The Fredericksburg Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a suspect involved in a fatal shooting during an armed robbery that occurred at the Kwik Check convenience store. The incident resulted in the death of Arthur Cortez, 48, of Fredericksburg. According to the police, the suspect entered the store and proceeded to the back, where he put on a skull mask. He then walked to the front of the store, …