Leesburg, VA (December 2, 2024) – The Leesburg Police Department has arrested an area man in connection with an armed robbery at the Tobacco King and Vape shop and the theft of a bottle of wine from a nearby 7-Eleven.
On November 29, 2024, at approximately 1:23 p.m., officers responded to the Tobacco King and Vape shop, 700 Fieldstone Drive NE, Leesburg, for a report of an armed robbery. Employees reported that the suspect entered the store, brandished a knife, and mentioned he had a firearm, before taking merchandise and leaving the store on foot.
Leesburg Police officers quickly established a perimeter and located the suspect near the 7-Eleven at 700 Fieldstone Drive NE. He was placed under arrest and officers were able to recover the stolen merchandise.
The suspect, identified as Zion Asiama, age 23, of Leesburg, has been charged with multiple offenses, including armed robbery, larceny, and obstruction of justice. He is being held at the Loudoun County Adult Detention Center without bond.
No injuries were reported during either incident.
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