St. Thomas Police have arrested a 36-year-old city man in connection with an armed robbery Tuesday evening at a business on Wellington Street at First Avenue.
Jeff Berko was charged with robbery with a firearm, unauthorized possession of a firearm, disguise with intent and possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose.
Berko was remanded into custody.
In announcing the arrest, Police Chief Marc Roskamp advised, “This timely arrest is a testament to the unwavering dedication, professionalism, and expertise of our officers. Rapid responses from our Communications Centre to frontline officers coupled with skilled investigative teamwork has brought a high-risk investigation to a close in under 48 hours, directly contributing to the safety and well-being of our community.
“In recent months, we have witnessed a troubling escalation in violence and serious crime. Our priority is clear, to continue investing wisely with the right resources and targeting these concerning trends in violent crime.”
The original story is posted below.
St. Thomas Police are investigating after an armed robbery at a business on Wellington Street and First Avenue late Tuesday night.
They say a male suspect entered the business around 10:06 p.m., demanding money while brandishing a handgun. He then fled on foot with an undisclosed amount of cash.
Police do note that no one was physically injured during the incident.
The suspect is described as a white male, approximately 5’11” to 6 feet tall with a thin build. He was wearing a black Puma sweater with white stripes down the arms, a light-coloured hoodie with the hood up, a dark ballcap, and a burgundy balaclava. He also wore blue jeans and black running shoes with white soles.
Police have released images of the suspect and are asking anyone with information to contact the St. Thomas Police Service or submit a tip through Crime Stoppers.
Written by: myFM News
