A 23-year-old London man has been arrested and charged in connection with a robbery involving an imitation firearm in Barrie.
Barrie Police say officers executed a search warrant at an address in London on Saturday, October 17th, with assistance from the London Police Service tactical team. The search resulted in the arrest of the suspect.
The charges include:
- Robbery with a weapon
- Pointing a firearm
- Mischief under $5,000
The investigation began following a reported robbery at around 5:00 a.m. on Thursday, October 15th, in the area of Sylvia Street and Bernick Drive.
Police say a 30-year-old man was leaving his residence when he noticed a man standing in his driveway. The suspect allegedly pointed a firearm at the victim, and a struggle followed. The victim dropped his cellphone during the incident, and the suspect allegedly took the device before fleeing on foot toward Georgian Drive and nearby college property.
The victim was not physically injured. Investigators believe the incident may have been targeted.
Police later recovered the stolen cellphone and an airsoft gun during a search of the area. Investigators also reported that surveillance footage captured a suspect being picked up by a four-door grey sedan at approximately 5:20 a.m. The vehicle travelled toward Duckworth Street in the direction of Cundles Road.
Barrie Police continue to seek additional information as the investigation remains ongoing.
Anyone with information that could assist investigators, including relevant video footage, is asked to email 4755@barriepolice.ca or 10406@barriepolice.ca.
