On February 6, 2022 at approximately 4:20am the Marianna Police Department received a call stating the Tom Thumb, located on Jefferson Street, was robbed by a masked subject.
Upon arrival officers reviewed video footage which showed a male subject, dressed in black, enter the store armed with a handgun. The subject demanded and obtained money and then exited the store.
A search of the area was conducted by JCI and ACI K9 tracking teams which revealed a track to a nearby parking area. This was believed to be the area the vehicle was parked at prior to the robbery. Throughout the investigation, investigators were able to identify Samy Gad as a suspect in the robbery. Investigators developed probable cause to arrest Gad.
On this date at approximately 11:00am officers and investigators arrived at a residence on Barnes Street where Gad was believed to be staying. Investigators located Gad inside the residence and arrested him on the below listed charges.
Investigators were also able to locate the firearm and other items that were used during the robbery. The handgun used in the robbery was determined to be stolen.
Gad was transported to the Jackson County Correctional Facility where he will await first appearance. The Marianna Police Department would like to thank JCI and ACI K9 tracking teams for their assistance in this case.
If you have any further information in reference to this case, you are urged to contact the Marianna Police Department at 850-526-3125 or to remain anonymous, contact Chipola Crimestoppers at 850-526-5000.
Charges: Robbery with a Firearm, Aggravated Assault with a Firearm, Petit Theft.
