Loudoun deputies interrupt robbery in progress in Sterling, arrest 3 Va. men – WJLA

Loudoun Co. Sheriff's Office patrol car (ABC7 file photo)

Three men were interrupted during a robbery in progress and arrested in Sterling over the weekend.

A security officer reported a theft in progress, saying three men had stolen electronics items and had forced their way into a jewelry case, according to a statement from the Loudoun County Sheriffs Office.

When deputies arrived, one of the suspects lifted his shirt and showed a handgun. A deputy took the man to the floor and secured the gun.

Deputies arrested Jalen P. McMahan, 22, of Centreville, Anthony A. Moaf, 20, of Herndon, and Angel L. Gaskins, 24, of Centreville.

According to the statement:

Moaf and McMahan are being held with bond at the Loudoun County Adult Detention Center.

Gaskins was released on a secured bond.

No one was injured in the encounter, according to the statement.

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