Two arrested after assault

Published 10:04 pm Monday, January 26, 2015

Two Suffolk men have been arrested after police say they were involved in a strong-armed robbery and assault.

The incidents occurred about 3 a.m. Sunday morning at a party at a home in the 2100 block of Holland Corner Road in Suffolk, according to a city press release.

McClurg

McClurg

Pitts

Pitts

The adult male victim was treated at Sentara Obici Hospital for injuries that were not considered life-threatening.

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Brandon Michael McClurg, 18, whose last known address is in the 3400 block of Holland Road, and Tyler Christian Pitts, 22, whose last known address is in the 100 block of Sunset Manor, were arrested on charges of robbery, unlawful wounding, conspiracy to commit robbery and assault by mob.

The investigation is ongoing. Anyone who has more information on the incident is asked to call Crime Line at 1-888-LOCK-U-UP or text the keyword SPDVATIP and the tip to 274637 (CRIMES). Tipsters never have to give their names or appear in court, and may be eligible for a reward of up to $1,000.