Officers were called at 9:55 a.m. to Sprint Mart, 12258 Highway 182 East, for a report of an assault and robbery.
When officers arrived, they spoke with those involved. Police said the victim reported being physically assaulted during the incident and was evaluated at the scene.
After an investigation, authorities charged Terrell Prater, 25, of Starkville, with robbery. Diona McNeal, 41, of Houston, was charged as an accessory to robbery.
No weapons were involved, according to the department. Both suspects were taken to the Oktibbeha County Jail.
The case remains under investigation. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Starkville Police Department at 662-323-4131, Golden Triangle Crime Stoppers at 800-530-7151, or submit an anonymous tip through the department’s website. Crime Stoppers may offer a cash reward.
