A 14-year-old boy was arrested on Friday in connection with an armed robbery at a lemonade stand in South Boston earlier this week. The suspect, whose identity is withheld due to his status as a minor, was taken into custody by the Boston Police Department two days after the incident, which left two young siblings shaken.

The victims, 12-year-old David Byrne and his 11-year-old sister, Juliette Byrne, had set up a lemonade stand near their residence as a way to earn extra money before summer break. According to authorities, two male juveniles approached the stand and inquired whether the siblings accepted Apple Pay. Before the children could respond, one of the suspects revealed a black handgun tucked into his waistband. Subsequently, the other suspect grabbed the cash box containing the siblings’ earnings and fled the scene.

Boston Police responded to the robbery report on Wednesday and launched an investigation that culminated in the arrest of the 14-year-old on Friday. Officials have not disclosed whether the second juvenile involved has been identified or apprehended.

The incident has raised concerns within the local community regarding juvenile crime and safety in South Boston. Police continue to investigate the case and have urged anyone with additional information to come forward. The Byrne siblings, while upset by the ordeal, have received support from neighbors and are reportedly recovering from the traumatic event.