Three Arrested in Violent Robbery at Adult Superstore in Brook Park

Suspects allegedly stole merchandise and assaulted a store employee during the incident.

Published on Feb. 6, 2026

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Police arrested three suspects - a 42-year-old wanted Cleveland woman, a 46-year-old Cleveland woman, and a 57-year-old Maple Heights man - in connection with a robbery at Rocky's Adult Superstore in Brook Park, Ohio. The suspects allegedly stole merchandise from the store, and the wanted Cleveland woman punched a store employee in the face, escalating the charges to robbery. The employee suffered minor injuries. Police located the suspects' vehicle and apprehended them, finding drug paraphernalia and suspected crack cocaine inside.

Why it matters

Violent crimes against retail workers, especially in adult-oriented businesses, raise concerns about public safety and the need for improved security measures. The involvement of a wanted suspect also highlights the challenges law enforcement faces in dealing with repeat offenders.

The details

According to police, the three suspects stole merchandise from Rocky's Adult Superstore on Brookpark Road. During the theft, the 42-year-old wanted Cleveland woman punched a store employee in the face, causing abrasions and a gash on the worker's hand. Another employee witnessed the incident. Police were called and located the suspects' Kia Sportage SUV, pulling it over. The 46-year-old Cleveland woman admitted to being involved in the violent incident with the store employee. Police searched the vehicle and found drug paraphernalia and suspected crack cocaine.

  • The incident occurred around 7 p.m. on January 21, 2026.
  • Police arrested the three suspects immediately after the robbery.

The players

Rocky's Adult Superstore

An adult retail store located in Brook Park, Ohio.

42-year-old wanted Cleveland woman

One of the three suspects arrested in connection with the robbery, who had outstanding warrants for her arrest.

46-year-old Cleveland woman

One of the three suspects arrested in connection with the robbery.

57-year-old Maple Heights man

One of the three suspects arrested in connection with the robbery.

Rocky's store employee

The employee who was assaulted by the 42-year-old wanted Cleveland woman during the robbery, suffering minor injuries.

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What’s next

The three suspects will face charges related to the robbery, and the 42-year-old wanted Cleveland woman may also face additional charges for her outstanding warrants.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the risks and challenges retail workers, especially in adult-oriented businesses, can face from violent crimes. It underscores the need for improved security measures and better support for employees who become victims of such incidents.