Armed Watsonville man arrested for reportedly trying to steal beer and roses

WATSONVILLE, Calif. (KION) A man, who Watsonville police said is a gang member, was arrested after he reportedly tried to steal beer and roses Wednesday night.

Police said 20-year-old Agustin Colin was caught on camera flashing a gun, stealing several cases of beer and some roses and leaving in a getaway car at about 8:30 p.m.

Two hours later, a sergeant found the car in the 100 block of Grant Street and spotted Colin. Police said he was wearing the same clothes from the armed robbery.

As the sergeant approached Colin, the sergeant said he tried to run away and tossed a loaded gun over a fence.

Colin was arrested and is facing several charges, including being a felon possession of a gun. Officers were also able to find the gun and some of the stolen items, according to police.