BRANTFORD POLICE SERVICE

Inc#19-22506

On Monday June 17, 2019 at approximately 10:20 a.m. Brantford Police Service responded to a business on Erie Ave in regards to a robbery.  A male suspect attended the business, brandished a firearm and demanded money from the store clerk.  The male suspect fled the store with an undisclosed amount of money prior to police arrival.  The victim was not physically injured as a result of the incident.  Community Patrol Officers with the assistance of BPS – K9 attended and searched the area. 

The Brantford Police Service – Criminal Investigation Section continued this investigation throughout the day.  As a result of the investigation a 19 year old Brantford male has been arrested and it is believed that the firearm used in this incident was a pellet gun.  The accused has been charged with: 
1.    Robbery with a prohibited firearm, contrary to section 344(1)(a)
2.    Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, contrary to section 88
3.    Unauthorized possession of a firearm, contrary to section 91(1)
4.    Carrying a concealed weapon, contrary to section 90
5.    Careless use of a firearm, contrary to section 86(1)
6.    Pointing a firearm, contrary to section 87
7.    Disguise with intent, contrary to section 351(2) CCC
8.    Knowledge of unauthorized possession of a firearm, contrary to section 92(1)

Anyone who has any information about this investigation is asked to contact Detective John Allan at 519-756-0113 ext. 2264.

Tipsters who wish to remain anonymous are asked to contact Brant- Brantford Crime Stoppers at 519-750-8477 or 1-800-222-8477. Alternatively, a web tip may be submitted at: https://www.tipsubmit.com/WebTips.aspx?AgencyID=251 
 
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