Robbery at Rite Aid Pharmacy Leads to High-Speed Chase and Arrests

• July 25, 2024

On the evening of July 24, at approximately 7:34 p.m., the Ashland Police Division responded to a robbery at the Rite Aid Pharmacy located at 419 Claremont Avenue. According to witnesses, three black males fled the scene on foot before being picked up by a suspect vehicle, identified as a Silver Ford Escape.

The quick response by Ashland Police led to the initiation of a high-speed pursuit.

The pursuit began on Claremont Avenue, where the Silver Ford Escape was seen traveling at an excessive speed. During the chase, suspects discarded empty pill bottles from the vehicle.

The chase extended beyond city limits, continuing into the county and onto Interstate 71 southbound. The Ohio State Patrol from the Mansfield Post joined the pursuit near State Route 13. The high-speed chase came to an end on I-270 near Cemetery Road, thanks to coordinated efforts from multiple surrounding agencies.

The suspects apprehended in connection with the robbery are:

    Sir Christon Spencer Unique Sincere Rogers, 23, of Huber Heights, Ohio

 

 

 

 

Sir Christon Spencer Unique Sincere Rogers

Kerry Dion Stephens, 24, of Trotwood, Ohio

 

 

 

Kerry Dion Stephens

James Phipps Marshawn, 23, of Dayton, Ohio

 

 

 

James Phipps Marshawn

Robert Lee Prater, 25, of Dayton, Ohio

 

 

 

Robert Lee Prater

Taquan Derion Thompson, 29, of Dayton, Ohio

 

 

 

Taquan Derion Thompson

All five suspects are currently being held in the Ashland County Jail pending a review of charges by the Ashland County Prosecutor’s Office.

The investigation into the robbery is ongoing. Authorities are urging anyone who witnessed any suspicious activity or has non-emergency information related to the incident to contact the Ashland Police Division at 419-289-1911.

This significant arrest highlights the cooperation and quick action of multiple law enforcement agencies, ensuring the safety and security of the community.

ASHLAND WEATHER