KAWARTHA LAKES-The Haliburton OPP has identified a suspect in relation to an ongoing investigation in the Township of Minden Hills and is advising the public to take caution.
On February 9, 2024, shortly after 4:30 a.m., the Haliburton Highlands OPP responded to a disturbance on Parkside Street in Minden. Investigations revealed the incident was a residential robbery and assault. The victim was transported to a hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
Police say the suspect is believed to be in possession of a weapon and is considered a potential threat to public safety. The suspect is described as a 28-year-old male, 6’1″ with thin build, white skin with short brown hair, light-brown partial beard, and blue eyes. The suspect has a tattoo of a Canadian Flag with a cross on the right forearm, and a tattoo of a female on left forearm.
Anyone with any information regarding this incident, who may know the whereabouts of this person, or who may encounter the suspect should not approach. Instead, call 9-1-1 as soon as possible.
More information will be released when available.
Anyone with any information regarding this incident is encouraged to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, please contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at ontariocrimestoppers.cawhere you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.
