Friday, April 19, 2024

Boy, 14, arrested after 3 Niagara Falls robberies, threatening workers

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A 14-year-old boy entered a Niagara Falls cannabis store, vape store, and a variety store threatening employees with a knife.

The suspect stole around $200 worth of merchandise, no employees were injured.

Niagara Police arrested the suspect on Wednesday around 10 p.m. in Niagara Falls.

READ MORE: 4 victims have been identified after a deadly crash near Peterborough, Ont.

The 14-year-old has been charged with three counts of robbery and fail to comply with a release order.

Police say anyone who may have information about this incident is asked to contact 905-688-4111, ext. 1022200.

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