Crime of the Week - Brampton

Release #: 2008 - 22b 

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STORE CLERK ROBBED AT GUNPOINT

A lone male suspect, armed with a pistol, robbed the clerk of a Brampton convenience store. Investigators are hoping the images of the suspect captured on the surveillance camera will convince the public to call Crime Stoppers to identify this man.

On Saturday, September 20, 2008, shortly after 11:00 in the evening, the suspect approached the clerk at the Hasty Market on Queen Street, west of McLaughlin Road. He pulled a silver pistol from his waistband and demanded money from the cash register. The clerk turned over a small quantity of cash and cigars to the suspect.

Images of the suspect captured on the surveillance camera can be seen below. The robbery can also be seen from the surveillance video by going to [YouTube].

If you can assist in solving this case or any other crime, Crime Stoppers would like to hear from you.  If police make an arrest as a result of your call, you could become eligible for a cash reward.  Remember with Crime Stoppers/Gun Stoppers you never have to give your name, you never have to testify in court and there is no call display.  Crime Stoppers can be reached 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, by calling toll free 1-800-222-8477, that’s 1-800-222-TIPS, or Via the Web at http://www.peelcrimestoppers.ca and click on “Submit a Tip”.