Teen Robs Sonic With Gun Gets 18 Years | Jackson News

A 19-year-old got an 18-year sentence for robbing a Sonic—yes, really—with a gun, stealing just $50. The heist went down in Ridgeland, Mississippi, when the teen forced the manager back inside, disabled the lights, and tried to hit the safe. He grabbed a money bag instead, then attempted a second robbery as the manager fled. A DMV ticket found at the scene became the key clue—matching his recent license renewal—and led police to surveillance footage that identified him. They raided his home, finding his clothes, Sonic badges, and the money bag. He was arrested at another Sonic job and confessed. The DA emphasized the violence against a worker and noted his prior Sonic experience likely helped plan the crime. Police were praised for solving it swiftly. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f7f9c35a6af2e3a6