Statesville Teens Charged After Botched Robbery

Two teens from Statesville are facing felony charges after an attempted robbery at knifepoint Tuesday evening according to Statesville Police. The robbery failed when the alleged victim had no cash.

Officers charged two teens, one is a 15 year old juvenile. The other charged is 17 year old Tarrance Lamont Brown. Brown is charged with robbery with a dangerous weapon, second-degree kidnapping and resisting a public office. He has a $150,000 secured bond. The 15 year old is charged with robbery with a dangerous weapon and second-degree kidnapping.