KAWARTHA LAKES-The Kawartha Lakes Police Service received a report of a robbery at a convenience store on William Street North in Lindsay In the early morning hours of September 12, 2026.
The investigation revealed that shortly after 5:00 a.m., a lone suspect entered the business wearing dark clothing and a face covering. The suspect selected an item and brought it to the counter. Once at the counter, the suspect brandished a weapon and demanded money from the clerk.
An undisclosed amount of cash was handed over without incident, and the suspect then fled the area on foot.
Officers were able to identify the suspect and arrested 31-year-old Lindsay man who was held for a bail hearing for the following offence under the Criminal Code of Canada:
Robbery with a weapon Sec. 344(1)(b)
Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose Sec. 88
Disguise with Intent Sec. 351(2)
Theft Under $5000 Sec. 334(b)
Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Sec. 354(1)(a)
Fail to Comply with Probation Order Sec. 733.1(1)
Fail to comply with Release Order Sec. 145(5)(a)
