Suspects Wanted After Convenience Store Robbery in Bowmanville

Police are searching for two suspects after they robbed a convenience store in Bowmanville.

On Wednesday, October 9, 2024, at approximately 2:20 a.m., members of East Division responded to a robbery call at the Circle K convenience store, located at 180 King Street East.  Two males entered the store and attempted to take cash from the register.  When they were unsuccessful, they forced an employee to open cabinets for lottery tickets and cigarettes.  Both suspects fled the area prior to police arrival.

The victim did not sustain any physical injuries.

The first suspect is described as: male, Black, approximately 5’6” tall, 20-30 years-old, with a heavy build.  He was wearing a black balaclava mask, black/blue sweater, and gray jogging pants.

The second suspect is described as: male, Black, approximately 5’8” tall, 20-30 years-old, with a slender build.  He was wearing a black balaclava mask, black winter coat, gray jogging pants, and brown shoes.

Anyone with cell phone, dashcam, surveillance footage, or information about this incident is asked to contact the Robbery Unit at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 5535.

Anonymous information can be sent to Durham Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.durhamregionalcrimestoppers.ca and tipsters may be eligible for a cash reward.

The information in this media release contains facts and circumstances that have been obtained from a police investigation.  These allegations have yet to be proven in court. 

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