Arrest made in downtown parking lot robbery
Jeremy McClure
On Dec. 5 at about 9:44 pm, the Sioux City Police Department received a report of a robbery in the Hard Rock Casino parking lot at 111 3rd St.
The victim reported to officers that a male approached his vehicle, displayed a firearm, and demanded the vehicle and money. The suspect fled the area after taking an undisclosed amount of cash from the victim.
A short time later, officer located the suspect a short distance away and took him onto custody.
Charged with 1st degree robbery was 26-year-old Robert W. Anderson of San Antonio, Texas.
We would like to thank the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino for their assistance in this matter. Their contribution and dedicated to the security of their guests helped with the quick apprehension of the Anderson.