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Florida deputies arrest man wearing ‘Scream’ mask during 2 robberies: Officials

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Deputies in Florida arrested a man who allegedly wore a “Scream” mask during two robberies.

The Volusia Sheriff’s Office said in a press release that Andre Lee-Quan Parker, 21, was arrested on Thursday night after detectives believe that he committed robberies at a Deltona, Florida Pizza Hut and a Circle K gas station, according to FOX 35. The two businesses are adjacent to each other.

While executing a search warrant at Parker’s house investigators found a rifle, the “Scream” mask, black clothing, and gloves.

Victims of the robbery said that Parker was wearing the “Scream” mask and armed with a rifle during the alleged crime.

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The Volusia Sheriff’s Office said in a press release that Andre Lee-Quan Parker, 21, was arrested on Thursday night after detectives believe that he committed robberies at a Deltona, Florida Pizza Hut and a Circle K gas station, according to FOX 35. The two businesses are adjacent to each other. (Volusia Sheriff’s Office )

Detectives also found a woman’s wallet with a victim’s ID card wile searching Parker’s trash, according to officials.

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While Parker initially denied knowing anything about the robberies, the sheriff’s office said he later admitted to committing them alone.

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He was charged with two counts of armed robbery and has a bond of $60,000.

Adam Sabes is a writer for Fox News Digital. Story tips can be sent to Adam.Sabes@fox.com and on Twitter @asabes10.

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