Two arrested and charged after armed robbery in Woolwich

A Waterloo Regional Police vehicle is seen in Waterloo, Ont., June 28, 2023. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Nick Iwanyshyn

By Colin Robertson

Posted Nov 16, 2024 10:34:15 AM.

Last Updated Nov 18, 2024 10:39:18 AM.

Waterloo Regional Police have arrested two people after a robbery in Woolwich.

The incident happened Friday night around 10 p.m. in the Farmers Market Road and King Street North area. Officers say two suspects were at a business attempting to steal items when a staff member went up to one of the suspects.

A knife was pulled out and threats were made towards the employee. The employee then called the police.

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When officers arrived they quickly found the two suspects and placed them under arrest.

A 45-year-old man and 43-year-old woman are facing multiple charges including robbery, possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, uttering threats to cause death, and theft under $5,000.

The male was held in police custody for a bail hearing.

They will appear in court next month.

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