Costco Shoppers Detain Armed Robber in South Carolina
Customers and employees detained an armed suspect wielding a machete and pickaxe during a jewelry display heist at a South Carolina Costco store.
A Costco storefront and a mugshot of suspect Jose Giraldo following a jewelry counter robbery.
Suspect Armed With Weapons
The suspect entered the warehouse store equipped with a machete and a pickaxe. Witnesses initially described the break-in tool as a hammer before Police clarified the actual weapons used.
Giraldo allegedly claimed he carried a firearm when confronted inside the building. Police confirmed the presence of the machete and pickaxe at the scene.
Brave Customers Subdue Suspect
Shoppers inside the store took immediate action to stop the suspect. Customers and employees worked together to restrain Giraldo until law enforcement arrived.
One customer sustained injuries during the struggle and required medical attention. Emergency medical personnel treated the injured shopper at the location.
Charges and Booking Details
Authorities booked Giraldo into the Greenville County Detention Center following the incident. Police officially charged him with armed Robbery and third-degree assault and battery.
The detention center subsequently released his official mugshot to the public. Local authorities continue to review details surrounding the daytime warehouse heist.
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