- September 23, 2024
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Ormond Beach Police arrested a 32-year-old woman on Monday, Sept. 23, after officers say she robbed the Launch Credit Union at 240 Williamson Blvd.
Police report that at around 10:30 a.m., officers responded to a panic alarm from the credit union. The woman, identified as Shadae James, of Stone Mountain, Georgia, was reported to have handed a bank teller a note demanding cash, claiming to have a gun and threatening harm if anyone resisted, according to a press release. The teller complied and handed her money, and James fled the scene on foot.
Police obtained surveillance photo from the credit union, and with assistance from the Volusia Sheriff's Office, began searching the area. James was found at the Sleep Inn located at 170 Willamson Blvd., where she was arrested.
James "was cooperative with authorities and gave a full confession," the press release states. All of the stolen money was recovered.
Officers also found two notes written by James, one threatening the use of a gun and the other mentioning an explosive. James did not have a firearm during the robbery.
No injuries were reported and the bank confirmed it wished to pursue charges. James is being charged with armed robbery, which includes penalties for robbery while threatening to use a weapon.
"Outstanding work by our officers and the Volusia Sheriff’s Office,” Ormond Beach Police Chief Jesse Godfrey said. “The quick, coordinated response ensured the suspect’s swift apprehension and highlights our law enforcement’s commitment to keeping this city safe.”
