Brockton Teen Arrested After High-Speed Foot Chase Inside Abington Walmart

ABINGTON, Mass. — A 17-year-old high school student from Brockton is facing multiple criminal charges following a dramatic foot pursuit inside a local Walmart that ended with the recovery of a loaded handgun, according to the Abington Police Department.

🚨 What Happened

• The Call: Abington police officers rushed to the Walmart on Brockton Avenue after receiving a call about a young male carrying a concealed firearm inside the store.
• The Chase: Upon spotting officers, the suspect immediately took off running through the aisles. Newly released police body-cam video captures the intense moment officers pursued him through crowded store aisles.
• Weapon Recovered: During the chase, a loaded handgun fell out of the teenager’s waistband and bounced across the store floor. An officer secured the firearm while others continued the pursuit.
• The Takedown: The suspect kicked open a rear emergency exit door to flee into the parking lot, where officers tackled him to the ground and placed him in handcuffs.

⚖️ Charges & Legal Status

The suspect, whose name has not been released due to his age, was held without bail pending an arraignment in juvenile court. He faces several charges, including:

• Unlawful Possession of a Firearm
• Unlawful Possession of Ammunition
• Resisting Arrest
• Disturbing the Peace

“Our officers responded swiftly to a high-risk situation in a crowded retail store, neutralizing a potentially dangerous threat without injury to any bystanders or store employees.” — Abington Police Department

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