Two men arrested for string of New Bedford robberies

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New Bedford Police Detectives have arrested two men in connection with a string of robberies in the city over the past two months.

They will also face additional charges in connection with robberies throughout New Bedford as detectives continue their investigation. The two men have also been linked to robberies in nearby communities.

Isaiah Garcia Jr., 21, of New Bedford, was charged with armed robberies at the following New Bedford locations and dates:

Detectives have also connected Garcia to robberies in Fall River, Somerset and Seekonk. Detectives are still actively investigating and additional charges are forthcoming against Garcia for residential and commercial robberies throughout New Bedford.

Cesar Berroa, 28, of New Bedford, was charged with armed robberies at the following New Bedford locations and dates:

  • Family Dollar, 139 Hathaway Road, March 29
  • Dollar General, 893 Church St., March 29

Detectives have also connected Berroa to robberies in Dartmouth, Fairhaven and Somerset.
Detectives are still actively investigating and additional charges are forthcoming against Berroa for residential and commercial robberies throughout New Bedford.
Both men were arraigned Monday in Third District Court. The state requested they be held on $50,000 cash bail.

Judge James J. McGovern set bail for both defendants at $10,000.

Garcia is scheduled to return to court May 8. Berroa is scheduled to return May 9.

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