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BARRIE POLICE SERVICE
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Update
Following an early morning robbery in College Heights Park, Investigators have now charged three people.
A 17-year-old female from the City of Toronto has been charged with robbery, possession of property obtained by crime - over $5,000, possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000, and fail to comply with recognizance. She appeared in bail court Monday afternoon and was remanded.
A 16-year-old female from the City of Toronto has been charged with robbery, possession of property obtained by crime - over $5,000, possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000, two counts of attempt fraud under $5,000, and possession of a controlled substance - cannabis. She appeared in bail court Monday afternoon and was remanded.
A 21-year-old male from the City of Toronto has been charged with possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000, and dangerous operation of a motor vehicle. He appeared in bail court Monday afternoon and was remanded.
Investigators continue to seek the whereabouts of a fourth suspect who is outstanding. He is described as:
- Male, black (18 to 20 years)
- Thin build, 6’
- Dark hair - dreadlocks
- Dark goatee
- Wearing beige pants, white long sleeved shirt, and has a sling on his right arm
Anyone with information is asked Barrie Police Investigative Services at 705-725-7025, ext. 2129 or contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), or leave an anonymous tip online at the website.
Original release
Barrie Police Investigative Services have arrested one male and two females following a robbery that occurred at College Heights Park located off Bernick Drive in the City of Barrie.
On Monday, Sept. 17, 2018 just before 4 a.m., police were called to Duckworth Plaza located at 330 Duckworth Street for a report of a robbery. When officers arrived they located and spoke with two victims who indicated the suspects fled the area in a motor vehicle. The victims provided police with a description of the suspect vehicle.
Shortly after, the vehicle was located at the intersection of Blake Street and St. Vincent Street after the driver had lost control and crashed into a nearby park.
Police have arrested three suspects and are currently looking for an outstanding fourth suspect.
The suspect is described as:
- Male, black (18 to 20 years)
- Thin build, 6’
- Dark hair - dreadlocks
- Dark goatee
- Wearing white or beige pants, white long sleeved shirt, and has a sling on his right arm
Charges are pending and further information will be released as details become available.
Anyone with information is asked Barrie Police Investigative Services at 705-725-7025, ext. 2129 or contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS(8477), or leave an anonymous tip online.
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