East St. Louis resident Lasane Whitley faces multiple charges after allegedly robbing a Dave’s Hot Chicken restaurant in Chesterfield, Missouri Saturday night. Police say Whitley entered the establishment around midnight wearing a ski mask and carrying a pistol. According to the probable cause statement, he forced his way into the manager’s office and “tries to take a bank bag, containing cash, from the manager by force after shoving a pistol into his side, which leads to a struggle. The defendant succeeds and escapes with the bag.” Surveillance cameras captured the incident, and a witness provided police with Whitley’s description. Officers identified Whitley because he wore the same True Religion underwear visible in the security footage. He’s charged with first-degree robbery, armed criminal action, receiving stolen property, and fourth-degree assault. (Story URL)
