UPDATE #1 Suspect Wanted for Gas Station Armed Robbery in Clarington

Investigators have released images of a male suspect who robbed a gas station at knife-point in Clarington.

On Sunday, September 15, 2024, at approximately 10:10 p.m., members of East Division responded to an armed robbery at the Esso Gas Station, located at 1451 Regional Highway 2.  A male entered the business and demanded cash from an employee while making threats with a knife.  The suspect fled when other patrons entered the gas station.

The victim did not sustain any physical injuries. 

The suspect is described as: male, White, approximately 20-25 years-old, 5’10” tall, with blonde hair, and average build.  He was wearing a dark coloured face mask, black shirt, red and black pants, and black shoes. 

An image of the suspect is attached and can be viewed at www.drps.ca

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. 5355.

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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