Hamden Man Robbed at Gunpoint While Shoveling Snow: Cops

Police have arrested an 18-year-old linked to the armed robbery of a Hamden resident who was shoveling the stairs to his home.

According to police, a gunman approached a 53-year-old resident of Fairfiew Avenue while the man was shoveling snow on his front steps on Feb. 17.

The suspect pointed a gun at the  man and demanded his belongings. He took the victim's wallet, credit cards and cash before running off, according to police.

Investigators arrested Malik Hanna, 18, on Feb. 25. He was charged with conspiracy to commit first-degree robbery and conspiracy to commit second-degree larceny.

Police have not elaborated on his role in the case.

Hanna is being held on $250,000 bond.

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