Teens robbed in Burlington park

BURLINGTON — Halton police are asking the public to help identity two young men wanted in connection with a robbery at a Burlington park over the weekend.

Police were called to Orchard Community Park, near Blue Spruce Avenue and Sutton Drive, in northeast Burlington around 10:30 p.m. Saturday after a large group of teens were reportedly robbed.

The teens were in the park when they were approached by two young men, one who allegedly gestured he had a weapon hidden in his waistband.

The teens were ordered to empty their pockets and turned over cellphones, jewelry and student identification.

No one was injured. The suspects fled and police believe they may have approached a second group of teens.

The first suspect is described as a black male, between 18 and 25, approximately six-foot and 200 pounds. He wore a black camouflage bandana over his face, a grey hoodie and dark pants.

The second suspect is described as a light-skinned black male, between 18 and 25, approximately five-foot-seven and with a thin build. He wore a black hoodie and sweatpants.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the 3 District (Burlington) Criminal Investigations Bureau, Det. Phil Vandenbeukel 905-825-4747 ext. 2343.

To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), www.crimestoppers.ca or text “Tip201” with your message to 274637.