Orlando Man Arrested After Attempted Armed Robbery
Nicholas Javonn Sigma was taken into custody following an alleged robbery attempt at an Orlando bus stop.
Updated on Sept. 22, 2026 in Financial Crime
Orlando police arrested 44-year-old Nicholas Javonn Sigma following an alleged armed robbery attempt on September 21, 2026. The incident occurred in the 3400 block of Conroy Road after a group of four men reportedly confronted a victim.
Why it matters
The arrest follows a high-stakes felony traffic stop on a public bus that disrupted local transit. Police are now holding the suspect while they continue to investigate the circumstances of the encounter.
Nicholas Javonn Sigma is currently held at the Orange County Jail facing charges of attempted robbery with a firearm, aggravated assault with a firearm, and resisting an officer without violence.
The players
Nicholas Javonn Sigma
The 44-year-old individual is currently in custody after being arrested by Orlando police.
LYNX
This is the public transportation authority serving the Orlando and Orange County region.
The details
A victim reported that a group of four men approached him at a bus stop, where one suspect pressed a firearm against his head. Police later stopped LYNX Bus 57 on John Young Parkway, where they apprehended Sigma after he refused verbal commands, though a search yielded a vodka bottle rather than a weapon.
Timeline
September 21, 2026: The attempted armed robbery occurred at a Conroy Road bus stop.
September 22, 2026: Police confirmed the booking of the suspect in Orange County Jail.
Legal Context
The incident reflects broader state efforts to prosecute violent crimes involving firearms under Florida Statute 812.13. These legal standards mandate severe penalties for individuals accused of using weapons during the commission of a robbery.
The incident caused significant delays for commuters on John Young Parkway during the felony traffic stop. Local authorities have not issued specific safety advisories, though residents are reminded to remain vigilant at public bus stops.
The takeaway
Travelers using the LYNX system should be aware that police may conduct stops for public safety if a credible threat is reported. Reporting suspicious behavior to authorities remains the primary method for ensuring safety at transit hubs.
Further reading
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