CPS searching for suspects after armed robberies in S.E. Calgary
Posted Dec 31, 2018 10:15 am.
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CALGARY (660 NEWS) — The Calgary Police Service is seeking the public’s help to identify two men believed to be involved in a series of armed robberies of convenience stores in which at least one clerk was assaulted.
In each of the three robberies, two men entered convenience stores armed with what is believed to be a sawed-off shotgun. They either threatened or assaulted the clerks before stealing items. The latest robbery on Dec. 30, 2018 in the community of Ogden left a clerk with minor injuries.
The other robberies took place on Dec. 19 in Willow Park and Dec. 22 in Forest Lawn. The first suspect is described as approximately 6 feet tall with a medium build. The second suspect is described as approximately 5 feet 9 inches tall, with a medium to heavy build.
Police are asking convenience stores to practice safety measures and be extra diligent. Employees are being asked to call police if they witness any suspicious activity or people.
Anyone with information about the identity of the suspects believed to be involved in these robberies is asked to call the police non-emergency number, 403-266-1234. Tips can also be reported anonymously through Crime Stoppers: 1-800-222-8477
Pictures of the suspects were captured by CCTV.
