St. Petersburg Police Press Release


ANTHONY HOLLOWAY
Chief of Police
1301 First Avenue North
St. Petersburg, FL 33705
(727) 893-7550
police.stpete.org

NEWS RELEASE

For Immediate Release
Report number: 2025-015729
Date of original release: 05/2332025

Grand Theft Arrest

Release posted on 05/23/2025 at 11:36 AM

The 7-11 Robber has been identified and is in federal custody. Justin Farley, 43yo, was arrested and charged with grand theft and burglary for a different burglary at Circle K, 1598 54th Avenue North.

Just before 8:30 p.m. on May 5th, Farley entered Circle K and stole approximately $7,000 worth of lottery tickets.

This is an ongoing investigation. ATF assisted with this case. Further updates on the 7-11 robbery will come from ATF.

black man with black facial hair wearing an orange shirt

Justin Farley

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