OPP arrest suspect in Oro-Medonte armed robbery and other Barrie incidents

An Ontario Provincial Police cruiser is pictured in this file image. (Source: OPP)

Provincial police reported on Sunday that they have arrested the suspect who was involved in an armed robber at a gas station in Oro-Medonte last month.

According to Orillia OPP, officers responded to an armed robbery involving an edged weapon at the establishment back on November 11 and the suspect fled before officers arrived.

The detachment’s Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) began an investigation in collaboration with Barrie police.

On November 21, one person was arrested who was also allegedly involved in other incidents within Barrie.

They were held pending a bail hearing and remain in custody.

Then, this past Wednesday, a suspect was arrested and charged by the Orillia OPP CSCU.

The 40-year-old Alliston man was charged with two counts of robbery with a weapon and disguise with intent.

Police also say they seized the clothing that was worn during the offence and a cellular device.