Police in Council Bluffs say two juveniles were arrested following a carjacking incident Wednesday night. Authorities say officers were called to the vicinity of S. 30th St. and 3rd Avenue at around 9:35-p.m., following a reported carjacking.  The victim’s, 66-year old Melva Fiscus and 45-year old Laurie Gustin, both of Council Bluffs, had driven from the area and contacted the 911 Center.

Fiscus and Gustin told officers that as they approached the intersection driving Southbound three Black males were standing in the intersection. Fiscus who was driving stopped believing the subjects were merely pedestrians crossing the street. A forth Black male who was standing out of sight approached the car, opening the driver’s door and repeatedly told the occupants to “Get out”. He was armed with what appeared to be a small back handgun. Fiscus managed to get her door closed and fled the area prior to contacting 911.

As officers checked the area they observed two subjects that matched the description of the suspects. The officers attempted to initiate contact and the two subjects took off running. After a short foot pursuit the two subjects were apprehended. An airsoft pistol was located in the area where the two subjects were apprehended. The two suspects were determined to be juveniles.

After being identified both Juveniles were placed at the Juvenile Detention Center charged with Robbery 3rd Degree and Theft 1st Degree. The Criminal Investigation Division continues to investigate the incident, and anyone with information is encouraged to contact (712) 328-4728 or Crime Stoppers at (712) 328-7867.