28-year-old Robert Tubbs was charged with theft of property when a good Samaritan gave him $20 and allowed him to use his phone to call a ride. Tubbs thanked him by fleeing with the $1,200 iPhone.
On April 2nd, officers were called to 804 Maria Street in regard to a theft of a cell phone. According to the affidavit, Lee Blair told officers he was strolling to a friend’s domicile when Robert Tubbs approached him. After Mr. Blair gave Tubbs $20 for a ride and allowed him to use his phone to call someone, Tubbs took off running.
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Once Mr. Blair arrived at his destination he told the resident who was acquainted with Tubbs and identified him on Facebook. The iPhone 11 was determined to be worth $1,200. On April 4th, Robert Tubbs was identified from a photo line-up.
On April 27th, Robert Tubbs was arrested and charged with theft of property. His bond was set at $1,000.
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