Woman buying iPad on Craigslist robbed in Buford

BUFORD - Someone trying to buy an iPad off Craigslist ended up as the victim of an armed robbery in Buford Tuesday.

Gwinett County Police Corp. Jake Smith said when the victim met the suspect in the parking lot of Century Apartments, he was carrying a small box that supposedly contained the iPad.

"When she got close, however, he produced a large butcher knife and robbed her for her money at knifepoint," Smith said. "It was about $550 she brought with her to purchase that iPad."

Smith said the victim's description and the suspect's other ad listings on Craigslist led to the arrest of 24-year-old Raemonte Gentale Harris. He has been charged with armed robbery.

He said the robbery should serve as a warning to anyone making a purchase on Craigslist.

"If somebody is not willing to meet in a safe place, then that should be a red flag," said Smith.

Harris remains in the Gwinnett County Detention Center without bond.

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