For Immediate Release Wednesday February 28th, 2024 at 3:15pm

On Wednesday, February 28, 2024, at approximately 4:00 AM, Milford Police Detectives, in coordination with the Massachusetts State Police Violent Fugitive Apprehension Section (VFAS), conducted a joint operation to execute arrest and search warrants in the vicinity of Union St in Franklin, MA. This arrest stems from the continuing investigation into the armed robbery of Aroma Brazil on January 9th, 2024

At approximately 6:15am, Milford Police Detectives arrested De Araujo Lima, David, 24, of Franklin, MA for his role in the January 9th armed robbery of Aroma Brazil in Milford, MA. Following capture, the suspect was booked and transported to Milford District Court for arraignment on the following charges.

Charge: ACCESSORY AFTER THE FACT, ARMED ROBBERY

Charge: ROBBERY, UNARMED

Charge: LARCENY FROM PERSON

Charge: WITNESS/JUROR/POLICE/COURT OFFICIAL, INTIMIDATE

Charge: CONSPIRACY