Winnipeg police have arrested a man in connection with a string of three armed robberies at the same convenience store in the Weston area between March 9-11.
Police identified a suspect and arrested him on Thursday afternoon preparing to enter the store on Keewatin Street with his face covered. When officers approached, the suspect attempted to flee on foot but was quickly arrested without incident.
According to police, the suspect stole $50 in merchandise each of the three days at separate times while armed with a knife.
No injuries were reported in any of the incidents.
Scott Justin Flamand, 22, of Winnipeg has been charged with three counts of robbery and three counts of disguise with intent. He remains in police custody.
