Jacksonville, North Carolina woman faces robbery charges after alleged gun threat at Richlands Highway Best Mart

Arrest follows alleged February 14 armed robbery at convenience store
A 46-year-old Jacksonville, North Carolina woman has been charged in connection with an armed robbery reported at a Best Mart convenience store on Richlands Highway, according to court records summarized in arrest warrants.
The woman, identified as Teambay Jones, was arrested on Thursday, February 19, 2026, by the Onslow County Sheriff’s Office. The warrants allege that the robbery occurred on February 14, 2026, at the Best Mart located at 2945 Richlands Highway in Jacksonville.
What the warrants allege
Investigators allege Jones conspired with an unidentified man to commit the robbery. The warrants state that Jones threatened a store clerk with a gun and took $160 from the business. The allegations described in the charging documents have not been proven in court.
Date of alleged robbery: February 14, 2026
Location: Best Mart, 2945 Richlands Highway, Jacksonville, North Carolina
Amount reported stolen in court documents: $160
Charges filed and detention status
Jones is charged with felony conspiracy and robbery with a dangerous weapon, both serious felony allegations under North Carolina law. After her arrest, she was taken to the Onslow County Detention Center.
Officials said she is being held without bond. A first court appearance was scheduled for Friday, February 20, 2026, consistent with standard procedures for initial appearances in felony cases, where a judge typically addresses probable cause, counsel, and conditions of release.
The allegations outlined in warrants represent investigators’ claims and are subject to review through court proceedings.
What happens next
The case is expected to proceed through the early stages of the criminal court process in Onslow County. In the initial phase, prosecutors may present additional information in court filings, while the defense may challenge the evidence supporting the allegations. Investigators may also continue seeking information about the alleged co-conspirator referenced in the warrants.
Further details, including any response entered on Jones’ behalf, would typically become clearer as the case moves through subsequent hearings.