Roanoke County Police say a suspect is in custody for breaking into a motel room, robbing the victim of an iPad and money. It happened early yesterday on the 8100 block of Plantation Road by Interstate 81. Police say 53-year-old Luis Lugo also broke into a car there and stole a wallet and credit cards.
From Roanoke County Police: On 08/9/17 Roanoke County Police responded to a robbery in the 8100 block of Plantation Rd. Police were notified that the suspect had forced entry into a room, assaulted the victim and robbed the victim of an iPad and money. The suspect also broke into a vehicle and stole several items including
a wallet with credit cards. The credit cards were used a short time later. A description was aired of the suspect and a responding officer located the suspect walking along Interstate 81. The suspect identified as Luis Lugo was
arrested and is currently held pending bond at the Roanoke County Jail.
