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Police dog helps catch armed robbery suspects

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Windsor police canine officer Link in Windsor, Ont., on Sept. 4, 2024. (Melanie Kentner/CTV News Windsor)

A Windsor police canine officer helped catch two suspects after an armed robbery.

Officers responded to a report of a robbery at a business in the 2200 block of Cabana Road East shortly before midnight on March 28.

Officers learned that two males had entered the store, took several beverages from a refrigerator, and attempted to leave without paying. When confronted by an employee, one suspect reportedly pointed an imitation firearm at the victim and shot multiple rounds towards him before the pair fled on foot.

No physical injuries were reported.

With the assistance of K9 officer Link, officers conducted a search of the surrounding areas. Both suspects were located and arrested without incident in the 100 block of Marlin Court.

An 18-year-old has been charged with:

  • Robbery with violence
  • Assault with a weapon
  • Pointing a firearm
  • Carrying a concealed weapon
  • Possession of a dangerous weapon
  • Discharging a firearm with intent

A 17-year-old suspect, who cannot be named in accordance with the Youth Criminal Justice Act, has been charged with robbery with violence.

Anyone with information should call the Major Crimes Unit at 519-255-6700, ext. 4830. They can also contact Windsor & Essex County Crime Stoppers anonymously at 519-258-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.catchcrooks.com.