Gun used in failed Burlington carjacking

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Published October 25, 2023 at 9:22 am

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Three men tried to use a gun to intimate a Burlington family into handing over their vehicle, police say.

The incident happened around 6:20 p.m. on Oct. 21 when the family was heading back to the car in a plaza at 1881 Fairview St.

Police say when the family reached their vehicle three men drove up and tried to block the victims in. The men then demanded the victim hand over the key. One of the men was holding a gun, according to reports.

When the victim refused to hand over the keys the suspects got back into their car and fled the scene.

No injuries occurred and there are no suspect descriptions.

 

 

 

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