(St. John’s, NL), September 5, 2018 – The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC) Criminal Investigation Division is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the man responsible for an armed robbery at a convenience store in Conception Bay South (CBS).

On Sunday, August 5, 2018, just before 10:30 p.m., officers with RNC’s Operational Patrol Services Division, Police Dog Services, and Forensic Identification Services responded to a report of an armed robbery at Maries Minimart at 2186 Topsail Road. Store staff advised police that a lone male entered the store and demanded cash.

The Caucasian man, described as being approximately 5’10”, heavy set with a beard and being approximately 30 years old, was wearing dark ball cap and grey coat at the time of the offence. A weapon was used during the commission of the offence but there were no injuries. The suspect fled the area prior to police arrival and Police Dog Services were unable to locate the man.

The RNC Criminal Investigation Division is actively investigating this armed robbery, and is asking anyone who has information to call the RNC at 729-8000 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). You can now provide information anonymously on the NL Crime Stoppers Website at: www.nlcrimestoppers.com.

Please see attached photos of the suspect.

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File # 2018-44483

Cst. Geoffrey G. Higdon #819
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