FORT MCMURRAY – Wood Buffalo RCMP is investigating the armed robbery of a Fort McMurray liquor store.
Mounties say it happened shortly after 11:30 a.m. the morning of March 25 in Thickwood.
A suspect entered the store, grabbed about $50 worth of liquor, and made their way toward the door.
When confronted by a staff member, police say the suspect pulled out a pocket knife.
No one was hurt and the suspect took off on foot toward Thickwood Boulevard.
Wood Buffalo RCMP provided surveillance photos and the following description:
- Male with a light complexion
- Wearing black sunglasses
- Wearing a black jacket with hood up
- Carrying a dark coloured “Reebok” backpack
Anyone with information is asked to contact Wood Buffalo RCMP at 780-788-4040. Anonymous tips can be provided via Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), online at www.P3Tips.com or by using the “P3 Tips” app.