PRESS RELEASE UPDATE

Saturday, November 29, 2025

Campbell County Sheriff’s Office Arrests Armed Robbery Suspect;  Second Suspect Remains At Large

RUSTBURG, VA — The Campbell County Sheriff’s Office is providing an update regarding the armed robbery reported on November 25, 2025, in the 2000 block of Old Rustburg Road.

Following continued investigative efforts, Wendell Lewis Franklin, 39, of Myrtle Street, Lynchburg, VA — also known as “BG” — was taken into custody today without incident in connection to the robbery and assault reported earlier this week.

Franklin was wanted on the following charges:

• Robbery
• Use of a Firearm in the Commission of a Felony
  
• Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon
• Brandishing a Firearm
• Assault and Battery

A second male suspect involved in the incident remains at large. This individual fled the scene with Franklin on the day of the offense and has yet to be identified.

The outstanding suspect is described as a black male, approximately 5’10”, with a close-cut hairstyle.

Both suspects were last seen departing the area in a dark-colored, mid-sized SUV, possibly a Chevrolet or GMC.

The Campbell County Sheriff’s Office urges anyone with information regarding the identity or whereabouts of the second suspect to contact:

• Campbell County Sheriff’s Office: (434) 332-9574

• Virginia State Police – Appomattox Headquarters: (434) 352-7128

• Central Virginia Crime Stoppers: 1-(888) 798-5900

• Submit anonymous tips online: www.p3tips.com

All tips may remain anonymous, and information leading to an arrest may be eligible for a cash reward.

The Campbell County Sheriff’s Office extends sincere thanks to the Lynchburg Police Department for their assistance in this case.

Media Inquiries, please contact Captain Brian J. Murray;

(434) 332-9580; BJMurray@CampbellCountyVA.Gov.