West Bloomfield woman charged in armed robberies across Oakland County

A 36-year-old woman from West Bloomfield has been charged with multiple armed robberies that occurred at various businesses in Oakland County. The charges include seven counts of armed robbery, eight counts of felony firearm possession, one count of discharging a weapon in a building, and one count of carrying a concealed weapon. The woman was apprehended following a series of 911 calls reporting armed robberies in the area, including a significant incident at a CVS Pharmacy. The police responded to the emergency calls on Wednesday night, which indicated that the suspect had fired shots during the robbery at the CVS located on W. Maple Rd. Witnesses reported that the suspect discharged two shots inside the store, escalating the situation and prompting immediate police action. Officers quickly arrived at the scene and were able to take the woman into custody in the parking lot of the pharmacy. The Oakland County Prosecutor's office has taken a firm stance on the charges, reflecting the seriousness of the crimes committed. The woman was arraigned in Oakland County court on Saturday, where the charges were formally presented. The legal proceedings will now determine the consequences of her actions, which have instilled fear in the local community. This case highlights the ongoing issue of armed robberies in the area and the potential dangers posed to both employees and customers in retail environments. Authorities are likely to increase their efforts to address such crimes and ensure public safety in Oakland County moving forward.