Assault charges laid after robbery at Kitchener store
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Posted Jul 29, 2024 10:17:27 AM.
Last Updated Jul 29, 2024 11:34:16 AM.
One male suspect now faces a list of charges after robbing a store at knifepoint in Kitchener.
It was around 5:30 p.m. on Saturday when regional police were called to a reported disturbance involving a knife in the area of Highland Road West and Patricia Avenue.
The subsequent police investigation revealed that a male suspect entered a store in the area, pulled a knife and attempted to steal merchandise.
There were no injuries reported as a result of the confrontation.
As a result of that investigation, police arrested a 41-year-old man who has since been charged with:
- Robbery with a weapon
- Assault with a weapon
- Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose
- Assault with intent to resist arrest
Anyone with information regarding that robbery is asked to contact police at 519-570-9777, extension 4499.
Anonymous tips can also be provided through Crime Stoppers.