Victim in Columbia robbery arrested on drug charges

Police arrested the victim in Thursday’s robbery at Todd Apartments in central Columbia, saying he had marijuana and drug paraphernalia in his apartment.

Sergeant Robert Fox told ABC 17 News on scene that two black men barged into Michael Hohe’s room with a gun and stole marijuana. Friends of the victim say the robbers also stole his laptop. Neither suspect has been found yet.

While searching the apartment, officers reported finding marijuana, a glass smoking container, and marijuana grinders, one of which had marijuana in it. Police say Hohe later admitted to selling marijuana; officers arrested him on suspicion of distribution of a controlled substance and possession of drug paraphernalia.

Residents said they’re shocked something like a robbery would happen at the apartment complex – steps from the University of Missouri. The doors are locked and a pass or electronic code is needed to gain access.

On Wednesday, police announced they were investigating four robberies that happened Tuesday. College-aged men were the victims in each case.

It is unclear if this latest robbery is related to those robberies at this time.