JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Five men were arrested in connection with the armed robbery of the Walmart on 103rd Street early Tuesday morning -- two of whom were taken into custody prior to the holdup.
Police said Eddie Hester, 28, Joszef Prince, 26, and Deangelo Senior, 18, entered the store about 2 a.m., forced the manager into the office and demanded money. Officers said Prince was carrying a gun.
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Police said the three men collected the money and left the store. Officers said senior was carrying a large container of cash, but threw it down when police approached and tried to run.
Police said Lee Howard, 28, and Paul Jones, 24, were seen prowling near the public library near the Walmart and taken into custody prior to the robbery.
All five men were taken into custody on charges of armed robbery. Prince was also charged with carrying a concealed firearm.