Three Washington, D.C. men have been arrested and accused in connection with a string of 7-Eleven ATM robberies in Maryland, which allegedly netted them $200,000 in cash.
The accused were identified as Jeff Crews, 33; David Jerome Walker, 39; and Maurice Roots, 34. Crews and Walker are suspected of targeting businesses in Prince George’s County from January 29 to February 22, while Roots has been charged with the February 22 robbery.
Police link crimes to “jaws of life” tool usage
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Investigators think the perpetrators used hydraulic rescue tools, sometimes known as “jaws of life,” to break into ATMs in Beltsville, Upper Marlboro, Lanham, and Oxon Hill. According to police, the individuals are suspected of additional robberies and face pending accusations.
On March 19, authorities apprehended the suspects and reportedly seized cash, guns, and several cars linked to the crimes. Crews is facing 43 counts, Walker 45 charges, and Roots 7 charges. Prince George’s County and Washington, DC are detaining all of them.
Investigation ongoing; additional charges pending
Police are still investigating, and anyone with information can call 301-516-2830.
Robberies allegedly linked to Crews and Walker:
January 29, 2025:
- 7-Eleven, 1400 block of Cherry Hill Road, Beltsville
- 7-Eleven, Watkins Park Drive, Upper Marlboro
February 1, 2025:
- 7-Eleven, 7900 block of Good Luck Road, Lanham
February 6, 2025:
- 7-Eleven, 6100 block of Oxon Hill Road, Oxon Hill
February 19, 2025:
- 7-Eleven, 11300 block of Baltimore Avenue, Beltsville
Robbery allegedly linked to Crews, Walker, and Roots:
February 22, 2025:
- 7-Eleven, 9400 block of Lanham Severn Road, Lanham
