Police arrest suspect of armed robbery at Circle K

Authorities arrested a 27-year-old man suspected of being involved in an armed robbery at the Circle K located on 4th Avenue and 18th Street late Wednesday night.

According to Yuma police, officers responded to a report of an armed robbery to the Circle K located at 1700 block of South 4th Avenue. An investigation revealed that the suspect entered the Circle K, took items, and demanded money while displaying a weapon in his waistband.

Officers arrived at the scene and the suspect, 27-year-old Jonathan Morales, was located and taken into custody. Morales is facing four felony charges, including armed robbery with a deadly weapon and theft.

No injuries were reported.

During his initial court appearance, his bond was set at $5,000 cash only.

Morales will be back in court Monday.

The Yuma Police Department encourages anyone with any information about this case to please call the Yuma Police Department at 928-373-4700 or 78-Crime at (928) 782-7463 to remain anonymous.