Robbery Suspect Identified As Zackory Shepherd

A suspect arrested for an armed robbery over the weekend in Eldon has been identified. 22 year old Zackory Shepherd is facing numerous charges including first degree robbery, armed criminal action, second degree assault, first degree tampering, resisting arrest and unlawful use of a weapon. Police were initially called out Sunday to a robbery in progress at the Jiffy stop on business 54. Officers confronted Shepherd at the gas pumps and he then got into his vehicle and attempted to flee. Shepherd was then taken into custody following a high speed chase.