Man, 20, charged with armed robbery in Moose Jaw

A 20-year-old man is facing several charges, including robbery, assault with a weapon and wearing a disguise, after an incident at a business in Moose Jaw on June 7.

Moose Jaw Police Service (MJPS) said in a news release on June 8 that officers were called to the business in the 500 block of First Avenue Northwest about 9:40 p.m. By the time they arrived, the suspect had already fled on foot, police said.

A search of the area found a man matching the suspect’s description, who had a bladed weapon, MJPS said

Police said the man entered the business brandishing a bladed weapon and attempted to assault someone.

The man is scheduled to make his first court appearance on Monday in Moose Jaw Provincial Court.

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