Robbery suspects in custody; conducted energy weapon recovered

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Thursday March 7, 2019
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Robbery suspects in custody; conducted energy weapon recovered

Yesterday, two males entered a store in Sevenoaks Shopping Center, and attempted to steal a pair of sunglasses worth $700. When confronted by staff, the males fled on foot.

While exiting the mall, one of the suspects attempted to use a conducted energy weapon on a mall security guard.

Two males matching the suspects’ descriptions were located a short time later and
arrested.

Two young Abbotsford men, 18 years old and 17 years old, remain in custody facing numerous charges including Robbery, Possession of a Prohibited Weapon, and Possession of a Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose and failing to comply with court orders.

Abby PD file: 2019-9638
Release #1

Sgt. Judy Bird……………………………………………………….... Phone (604) 864-4899
Abbotsford Police Public Information Officer …………………………[email protected]
2838 Justice Way, Abbotsford, BC V2T 3P5 ……….……………...Fax: (604) 859-2527