An employee was cut and the suspect remains on the loose after a robbery in Chatham.
Chatham-Kent Police Service officials say last night just after 11 p.m. an unknown suspect entered Charlie’s Variety Store located at 310 Park Avenue East in Chatham.
The suspect demanded cash from the employee while holding a weapon in his hand.
A physical altercation ensued during the exchange of money and the employee suffered a cut to his arm which required surgery.
The suspect fled the area and police were called.
The incident remains under investigation.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Constable Dan Hamilton at danha@chatham-kent.ca or 519-496-6600 extension #284 or 519-436-6616.
Anonymous callers may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) and may be eligible for a cash reward.
