Woman wanted after attempted robbery at Simcoe business

Ontario Provincial Police are searching for a woman wanted in connection with an attempted robbery at a business in Simcoe early Thursday morning.

It happened shortly after 6 a.m. at the business on Queensway West between Hunt and Norfolk streets.

Norfolk County OPP say the woman armed with an edged weapon allegedly demanded money from an employee and attempted to steal merchandise.

The attempt failed, and the woman fled the scene on foot. She was last seen heading southbound toward North Main Street.

ADVISORY: #NorfolkOPP is advising of a heavy police presence on Queensway West between Hunt Street North and Norfolk Street North in #Simcoe due to an ongoing investigation. The public is advised to avoid the area. More updates to follow. ^pia
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— OPP West Region (@OPP_WR) February 26, 2026

Police say the Caucasian woman is believed to be in her mid-to-late 20s with a thin build. She was wearing a black jacket, grey sweatpants, black and white shoes, a black face covering, and either a pink toque or a pink hooded sweatshirt with the hood pulled up.

Residents in the area are asked to check their home surveillance video for any footage that appears related to this incident.

Anyone with further information is asked to contact the Norfolk County OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online.

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