Robbery and arrest GO#20-82462

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On July 19 at 4:51 p.m., Halifax Regional Police responded to a report of a robbery at the Atlantic Wholesale Cash and Carry, located 7111 Chebucto Road, Halifax. A staff member was assaulted as they attempted to stop two men who had just stolen a grocery cart filled with energy drinks and chocolate bars.

Halifax Regional Police members identified and arrested two men. The matter has been investigated by members of Patrol Division with assistance from the General Investigations Section. A 41-year-old man has been charged with robbery, while a 35-year-old man has been charged with theft/possession under $5000 and Failure to comply with a condition of an undertaking. Both men will appear in Halifax Provincial Court Monday, July 20, 2020.

Halifax Regional Police are asking anyone with information about this incident to call 902-490-5020. Anonymous tips can be sent to Crime Stoppers by calling toll-free 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), submitting a secure web tip at www.crimestoppers.ns.ca or by using the P3 Tips app.