Edson RCMP investigate robbery with a weapon at residence

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On Nov. 4, 2017 at approximately 1:20 p.m., Edson RCMP responded to a report of a robbery with a weapon at rural residence in Yellowhead County near Niton Junction, Alberta.

Two male suspects pulled into a rural residence in a vehicle and proceeded to steal a dark blue Chevrolet Silverado from the property but were confronted by the homeowner. The male victim was assaulted during the confrontation by one of the suspects who brandished what is believed to be a knife. The victim sustained serious but non-life threatening injuries and was taken to hospital via EMS.

The dark blue Chevrolet Silverado was recovered abandoned later that day. The vehicle initially driven to the residence was also seized by police.

Suspect one is described as:

• Light skinned male • Approximately 18-years-old

• 5’8” tall

• 165-170 lbs with a thin build

• Short black hair, “clean shaven”

• Wearing a dark coloured baseball cap

Suspect two is described as:

• Aboriginal male

• Wearing all dark clothing

Edson RCMP along with the General Investigative Section (GIS) continue to investigate this incident. Police are requesting the public’s assistance in identifying the suspect that committed the assault as well as his accomplice.

Edson RCMP are requesting anyone with information regarding this incident to contact them at 780-723-8822 or call your local police. If you want to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers by phone at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), by internet at www.tipsubmit.com, or by SMS (check your local Crime Stoppers www.crimestoppers.ab.ca for instructions).

Composite sketch of suspect one shown