NEWS RELEASE
HALTON REGIONAL POLICE SERVICE
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On January 15th, 2024 at approximately 7:30PM Halton Police responded to an armed pharmacy robbery in the area of Westoak Trails and Bronte Road in the Town of Oakville.
Four masked male suspects entered the business, brandished a handgun and assaulted two female employees inside. All four made good their escape after obtaining a quantity of narcotics and an undisclosed quantity of cash.
Officers located the vehicle and occupants and attempted to stop the vehicle, however the vehicle fled and a pursuit was initiated.
The pursuit continued a short distance before all involved parties were ultimately arrested.
Charged with several robbery, weapons, and driving offences are three youths (14-16yrs) and one adult (18yrs).
Police are asking anyone with information to call 911 or the HRPS non-emergency number at 905-825 4747, ext. 2216.
Tips can also be submitted anonymously to Crime Stoppers. "See something? Hear something? Know something? Contact Crime Stoppers" at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or through the web at www.haltoncrimestoppers.ca.
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