14-year-old accused of carjacking victim at gunpoint at DeKalb QuikTrip

DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. — A teen is facing charges after allegedly carjacking a victim at a DeKalb County gas station.

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On Aug. 2, DeKalb police were called about a carjacking at the QuikTrip on Covington Highway.

Police said the victim was pumping gas before the teen stole the car while holding the victim at gunpoint.

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On Friday, DKPD found the vehicle and officers were able to stop it.

The 14-year-old was taken into custody and charged with armed robbery and aggravated assault.

The teen’s identity was not released.

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