2 Teens Face Armed Robbery, Assault, Theft Charges: Howard County Police

HOWARD COUNTY, MD — Police have arrested four suspects in a Dec. 18 armed robbery that occurred in Columbia and recovered illegal guns, ammunition and drugs as part of their investigation.

Malachi Smith, 18, and Kahlil Hill, 18, both of Columbia, are charged with armed robbery, robbery, assault, motor vehicle theft and theft. A juvenile male, 17, of Aberdeen, has been charged as an adult with the same offenses. All three are being held without bond at the Howard County Detention Center. A 15-year-old male from Columbia also has been charged as a juvenile in the robbery.

While making the arrests on Feb. 16, Howard County Police recovered from the suspects’ residences five illegally owned guns: three handguns including one made from parts; one rifle; and one shotgun. They also recovered more than 1,000 rounds of ammunition, extended magazines and approximately two pounds of marijuana. Additional charges are pending for the weapons and drug violations.

On Dec. 18, two teenage male victims reported that they arranged to meet with the suspects in the 7600 block of Woodpark Lane to sell marijuana. The suspects then displayed handguns, assaulted the victims and stole their belongings and their vehicle. Through investigation, police identified the suspects.