Update from the Sydenham Current – On February 27, 2017, the Chatham-Kent Police Service issued a follow-up press release stating that after an extensive investigation it was determined that Mr. Brown was no longer considered a suspect in relation to the February 21, 2017, robbery at Charlie’s Variety on Park Avenue in Chatham. Mr. Brown’s lawyer says any statement indicating Mr. Brown was responsible for the robbery is untrue.
Police have identified the suspect who injured an employee at Charlie’s Variety Store during a robbery this week.
Chatham-Kent police officials say the suspect has been identified as Lorne Brown, 33 years, of no fixed address.
There is a warrant for his arrest for the following offences: disguise with intent, possession of a weapon for dangerous purpose and robbery.
As previously released, on Tuesday, February 21, 2017 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.
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.
