Two Timmins teens charged in attempted armed robberies downtown

Timmins police search for teen suspects Timmins police are looking to find two teenagers who tried to rob people downtown using a knife Thursday evening.

Two teens accused of trying to rob several people with a knife in downtown Timmins last Thursday night are facing charges, police say.

Between 10:30 and 11:30 p.m. Aug. 15, two males "approached several individuals demanding their money and cellphones," Timmins Police Service said in a news release Monday.

"One of the suspects brandished a large knife."

The suspects were identified as two local 17-year-olds.

All of the victims were able to escape without physical injuries.

They are both charged with robbery and possessing a weapon for a dangerous purpose.

Both boys were released from custody and are scheduled to appear in court at a later date.