Three Teens Charged in Manheim Township Sweatshirt Robbery

Suspects allegedly pulled guns on online seller to steal designer apparel

Apr. 3, 2026 at 4:40pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a designer clothing zipper pull, lit by a harsh, direct camera flash against a pitch-black background, conveying a stark, gritty, investigative aesthetic.As armed robberies targeting online sales become more common, this incident exposes the risks and vulnerabilities of digital transactions.Lancaster Today

Three teenagers have been charged with robbery after police say they stole three Hellstar designer sweatshirts at gunpoint from a person selling them online in Manheim Township, Pennsylvania. The suspects, Edwin Ortiz Jr., Joziah Miguel Banchs, and Miguel Angel Ramos III, all from Lancaster, allegedly pulled guns on the seller and two others who had accompanied them to the public park meeting.

Why it matters

This incident highlights the growing problem of armed robberies targeting online sales, which have become more common during the pandemic era as more transactions move to digital platforms. It also raises concerns about repeat offenders and the challenges of keeping dangerous suspects off the streets.

The details

According to police, the three teens arranged to meet the sweatshirt seller at Jaycee Park on March 27. When they arrived, two of the suspects allegedly pulled guns and ordered the group to run, then took the three Hellstar sweatshirts, which can sell for over $200 each. Authorities were able to identify the suspects through the seller's connections to them from high school and social media posts.

  • The incident occurred around 7:24 p.m. on March 27, 2026.
  • Ramos also faces attempted homicide charges from a July 5, 2025 shooting.
  • Ortiz faces separate charges, including two counts of aggravated assault, from a July 7, 2025 shooting in Lancaster.

The players

Edwin Ortiz Jr.

A 17-year-old Lancaster resident charged with robbery, carrying a firearm without a license, conspiracy, and three counts of reckless endangerment. Ortiz also faces separate charges including two counts of aggravated assault from a 2025 shooting incident.

Joziah Miguel Banchs

A 17-year-old Lancaster resident charged with robbery and conspiracy. Police say Banchs did not pull a gun during the robbery.

Miguel Angel Ramos III

An 18-year-old Lancaster resident charged with robbery, carrying a firearm without a license, conspiracy, and three counts of reckless endangerment. Ramos is also facing attempted homicide charges from a 2025 shooting incident.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Walker Reed Quinn out on bail.

The takeaway

This case highlights growing concerns in the community about repeat offenders released on bail, raising questions about bail reform, public safety on SF streets, and if any special laws to govern autonomous vehicles in residential and commercial areas.