UPDATE: Cold Lake RCMP apprehend armed robbery suspect

UPDATE: Oct. 17. Cold Lake RCMP say the suspect has been identified and apprehended. RCMP would like to thank the public and the media for their assistance.

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On Oct. 15, 2023 at approximately 10:30 p.m., Cold Lake RCMP received a report of an armed robbery at a Cold Lake Liquors in Cold Lake. An unknown suspect entered the store and brandished a small switchblade, then stole with two bottles of liquor.

No money was provided, and the suspect left on foot.

While RCMP continue to investigate, we are asking for the public assistance in identifying the suspect.

The suspect is described as:

• Medium complexion
  Male
  Approximately 5’10”
  Large bruise on right eye

The suspect was wearing:

• Red and black plaid jacket
  Black pants
  Blue Nike shoes
  Grey toque

If you have information about this incident, please call the Cold Lake RCMP at 780-594-3302 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).