Florence County man faces armed robbery, weapons charges

FLORENCE COUNTY, S.C. (WBTW) — A 26-year-old is facing armed robbery and weapons charges after allegedly stealing items from someone at gunpoint, the Florence County Sheriff’s Office said.

Leon Christopher Shaw Jr. of Florence was charged with armed robbery, possession of a weapon during a violent crime, felon in possession of a firearm, possession of a stolen pistol and possession with intent to distribute marijuana.

Shaw on or about Oct. 9 allegedly robbed a person of various personal items at gunpoint, according to the sheriff’s office. It happened on E. Pine Street in the Florence area.

Shaw was also found to be in possession of a stolen handgun as well as marijuana after a chase with authorities, the sheriff’s office said. He was booked into the Florence County Detention Center on Thursday and released Saturday on a $19,000 bond.

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