NEWS RELEASE
YORK REGIONAL POLICE
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Investigators with the York Regional Police Hold-Up Unit are seeking any information that may lead to the identity of two suspects following a gas station robbery in the Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville.
On Saturday, Dec. 19, 2020 shortly before 2 a.m., York Regional Police were called to a gas station located in the area of Bloomington Road East and Highway 48 for a report of a robbery. When officers arrived they found an employee who was not physically injured.
The investigation has revealed that two men, one armed with a handgun, entered the store and made a demand for cash. The employee complied and the suspects fled.
Suspect #1:
• Male, light skin
• 5’3”, medium build
• Wearing a red toque and a grey hoodie
• Armed with a handgun
Suspect #2:
• Male
• 5’5”
• Wearing black clothing with a black backpack
Investigators from the Hold-Up Unit remind business owners of the importance of maintaining and updating video surveillance equipment. Quality images help to identify suspects, can aid in arrests and have a tremendous impact during court proceedings.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the York Regional Police Hold-Up Unit at 1-866-876-5423, ext. 6630, or call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS, leave an anonymous tip online.
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