Prichard police arrest teen in carjackings

Published 9:34 am Monday, October 20, 2008

PRICHARD, Ala. (AP) — Prichard police have arrested a teenager in an ongoing investigation into a string of carjackings in the city.

Police said 17-year-old Jemarcus Johnson was arrested Sunday after a victim contacted police. Information provided by the victim led police to Johnson. Police said he is the older brother of a 15-year-old who was arrested along with two other men Saturday in connection with another carjacking.

Police said Johnson has admitted to committing four separate carjackings. He has been charged with two counts of first-degree robbery and could face more charges.