RNC looking for suspect in armed robbery
CBC News
Posted: Jan 24, 2013 1:11 PM NT
Last Updated: Jan 24, 2013 2:38 PM NT
The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary is seeking the public's help in identifying the suspect of an armed robbery in St. John's.
Police said the robbery took place on the evening of Jan. 10 at Marie's Mini Mart on Crosbie Road.
The male suspect is described as being between 6-1"and 6-2," has a medium build and was last seen wearing a dark hat, scarf, a dark-coloured winter jacket as well as jeans and boots.
The Constabulary said the man had his face concealed and was carrying a knife at the time of the offence.
Anyone who has information about the armed robbery or the suspect is asked to contact police.
A video of the robbery can be seen here.
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