Update: Robbery suspect arrested

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An arrest has been made after a robbery last week in Chatham.

Police officuals say as previously released, on Tuesday, February 21, 2017 just after 11:00 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.

The suspect fled the area and police were called.

Last night around 7 p.m., a 32-year-old Chatham man was arrested in Hamilton and charged with disguise with intent, possession of a weapon for dangerous purpose and robbery.

He was transported to the Chatham-Kent Police Service Headquarters where he has been held pending a bail hearing.

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