Police have identified and arrested a suspect linked to the robbery of a north-side convenience store in November.
The incident took place at the Circle K convenience store at 185 Cumberland Street North at about 8 a.m. on Thursday, Nov. 12. Police learned a female had entered the store, approached the clerk, produced a weapon and made demands for cash and cigarettes.
The suspect fled on foot following a brief struggle with the Circle K clerk and other witnesses who had entered the store during the robbery.
Members of the Thunder Bay Police Service’s Break and Enter and Robbery (BEAR) Unit became involved in the investigation. Surveillance footage obtained during the investigation was distributed to the public on Wednesday, Nov. 16 in hopes it would lead to positively identifying the accused.
As a result of their continued efforts BEAR Unit investigators identified the female suspect, and on Monday, Dec. 7 located and arrested her.
Amber Lynnn TOWEDO, 21, of Thunder Bay, is charged with Robbery With a Weapon, Disguise With Intent, and Assault.
She appeared in bail court on Tuesday, Dec. 8 and was remanded into custody with a future appearance date.