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Police arrest two during robbery
By Jennifer Jefferson
DEMOCRAT STAFF WRITER

The Leon County Sheriff's Office arrested a murder suspect and a former Florida State University football player Tuesday at a robbery in progress on the 900 block of Burnt Leaf Lane in the Whispering Pines West. A third suspect is at large, according to a police report.

Deputies found one suspect, Winfred Lee, in the victim's truck, according to the report. The other suspect, Clifton Dickson, was found by helicopter in a wooded area behind the residence. The third suspect got away.

Dickson, 20, and Lee, 35, admitted to the burglary and attempted theft.

Lee was charged with burglary of a dwelling and conveyance, grand theft and false name to law enforcement official. Lee also has an outstanding warrant for premeditated murder in Miami.

Dickson was charged with burglary of a dwelling and conveyance, grand theft and possession of marijuana.

Originally published February 1, 2006