ROBBERY 23-26013
ROBBERY INVESTIGATION
Victim unknown
LONDON, ON (March 24, 2023) – Members of the London Police Service Street Crime Unit are investigating a robbery that took place outside a shopping mall located at 301 Oxford Street West early last night.
On Thursday, March 23, 2023, at approximately 6:45 p.m., a witness observed a robbery taking place in the parking lot and contacted police. The witness advised police that a male was in possession of a knife and was demanding items from an unknown man. A description of the suspect male was provided to police, and officers located and arrested him a short distance away on Oxford Street West.
The victim was not located, and as such, officers are appealing to anyone who may have information to contact police.
As a result of the investigation, Shamar Haye, 26, of St. Catherines, has been charged with the following offences:
- Assault with intent to steal;
- Disguise with intent; and
- Breach of probation.
The accused remains in custody and is scheduled to appear in London court today in relation to the charges.
Anyone with information in relation to this incident is asked to call the London Police Service at (519) 661-5670 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). Information can also be sent in online anonymously to London Elgin Middlesex Crime Stoppers.
For media inquiries, contact:
Cst. Sandasha Bough
Media Relations Officer
C. 519-854-8576
Email. Media Officer
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