NEWS RELEASE
SOUTH SIMCOE POLICE
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INNISFIL - A 52-year-old Innisil man has been charged following an armed robbery in Innisfil.
On Thursday, Oct. 24, 2019 around 8:30 p.m., police were called to a business in the Innisfil Beach Road and 25th Sideroad area of Alcona.
Once on scene, officers learned that an employee had been confronted by a knife-wielding suspect who was hiding in the back room after closing.
The suspect fled the building empty-handed after assaulting the employee who fortunately suffered no physical injuries.
Around 9 p.m., with the assistance of the Barrie Police Canine Unit, a suspect was arrested at a nearby address and a knife was recovered.
As a result of investigation, a 52-year-old Innisfil man was charged with the following:
• Break and enter
• Robbery with a weapon
• Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose
The accused was held for a bail hearing.
Thank you to our public safety partners Barrie Police for helping us apprehend a suspect and kudos to responding officers for securing a quick arrest. We'd like to remind all of our residents that no amount of money is worth your life.
If you are the victim of a robbery:
• Do not resist
• Remain calm and obey the robber's commands
• Try to get a good look at the robber so you can later provide a suspect description
• Take note of any weapons involved
• Note the robber's direction of travel and if a vehicle is being used try to note the licence plate
• After the robbery, call 9-1-1 immediately
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