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 Police Department
County of Prince George

News Release 
For Immediate Release  
Contact Person:
Chief W. Keith Early
Prince George County Police
804.733.2773
 


July 22, 2016

(Prince George, VA) –Arrest Made in BB&T Bank Robbery

During the early morning hours of Friday July 22nd, the Prince George County Police Department arrested Emory Smith in connection with the armed robbery that occurred at the BB&T bank on Oaklawn Boulevard this past Wednesday.

Smith, age 57, was located at a motel on Wythe Street in the city of Petersburg. He was taken into custody without incident and was transported to Riverside Regional Jail and charged with armed robbery (no bond).

Prince George County Police would like to thank the community for the numerous tips received as well as Petersburg Police for their assistance in the apprehension.

Emory Melvin Smith Arrest Photo
Emory Melvin Smith