Police release surveillance images of a suspect in an armed robbery. (Photo courtesy of Chatham-Kent Police.)Police release surveillance images of a suspect in an armed robbery. (Photo courtesy of Chatham-Kent Police.)
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Police Arrest Armed Robbery Suspect

A 32-year-old man is facing charges in connection with an armed robbery at a variety store in Chatham.

Police say a man was arrested in Hamilton around 7pm Monday night.

He's accused of walking into Charlie's Variety Store on Park Ave. with a weapon and demanding cash from the employee. There was a physical altercation between the two, which resulted in a cut to the employee's arm.

The accused is charged with wearing a disguise with intent, possession of a weapon, and robbery.

He was taken into police custody, pending a bail hearing.

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