2 arrested for string of armed robberies in Philadelphia, police say

Philadelphia police arrested two people in connection with a string of seven early-morning armed robberies earlier this month in Center City, North Philly and Northern Liberties. Kyeme Hunter, 19, and Jaiden Bethea, 19, were arrested and charged in connection with the robberies, Capt. Jason Smith said during a press conference Thursday afternoon. Both face several charges, including seven counts each of robbery, aggravated assault, firearms violations and criminal conspiracy.Hunter has prior arrests for weapons charges, and Bethea had no criminal record, Smith said. Both are being held on more than $1 million bail.In most incidents, one of the robbers had a gun with a flashlight and a laser. Hunter was arrested on Tuesday. Bethea was arrested on Wednesday, and police found several items connected to this case in his home, including two loaded guns that may match the ones used in the crimes. They also found cash, a work glove and a key fob programming device that could be connected to t