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Penticton RCMP looking for suspect after daytime robbery at jewelry store

The Penticton RCMP is hoping the public can help identify a man who allegedly robbed a local jewelry store.

Officers were called to the scene at Cherry Lane Mall Monday afternoon after the incident that happened around 2:30 pm.

According to police, the lone man entered the store and was shown several items by staff.

He then grabbed a piece of jewelry and took off on foot while deploying bear spray, which left staff members with minor injuries.

<who>Photo Credit: RCMP</who>Surveillance footage of the suspect.

“We’re actively searching for the suspect, and are asking for help from the public in identifying him,” said Cst. James Grandy. “We would also like to encourage anyone who witnessed the incident to contact us.”

Police provided the following description of the alleged thief:

  • Dark skin
  • Slim build
  • Appeared to be in his early 20’s
  • Approximately 5’11”
  • Brown eyes
  • Dark hair
  • Last seen wearing a black hoodie, dark blue jeans and blue medical mask.

Grandy noted that if you see the suspect in public, do not approach him and call 911 instead.



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