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Waterloo Region, Ontario – Waterloo Regional Police Service’s Robbery Team have arrested a male in connection to a commercial robbery in Kitchener.
On October 5, 2023, at approximately 2 p.m., police responded to a report of a robbery at a convenience store in the area of Stirling Avenue South and St. Clair Avenue.
Through investigation, police learned that an unknown male entered the store carrying a knife and attempted to take money from the till.
As a result of the ongoing investigation, on November 17, 2023, a 37-year-old male was arrested and charged with the following:
- Robbery with a weapon
- Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose
The male was held for a bail hearing.
Occ: 23-288760 (909)
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Waterloo Region, Ontario – Waterloo Regional Police are seeking assistance to identify a male in connection to a commercial robbery in Kitchener.
On October 5, 2023, at approximately 2 p.m., police responded to a report of a robbery at a convenience store in the area of Stirling Avenue South and St. Clair Avenue.
Through investigation, police learned that an unknown male entered the store carrying a knife and attempted to take money from the till. The male was last seen leaving the area on a bicycle.
No physical injuries were reported.
Investigators would like to identify and speak with the male pictured below in connection to this incident.
The investigation is ongoing by WRPS’ Robbery Team.
Anyone with information is asked to call police at 519-570-9777.
To provide anonymous information, please contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.waterloocrimestoppers.com.
Occ: 23-288760 (909)
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