Two men are being sought by police after an alleged armed robbery took place at a pharmacy in Richmond Hill. During the incident, one of the suspects reportedly slapped an employee across the face. The men, wearing masks, entered the pharmacy armed with a knife and demanded cash. In addition to stealing narcotics and money, they filled a bag before fleeing in a light-colored sedan. Descriptions of the suspects have been provided, and investigators are appealing for any witnesses or individuals with relevant surveillance footage to come forward. Anyone with information is urged to contact the authorities.
York Regional Police are seeking the assistance of the public in identifying two men involved in an alleged armed robbery at a Richmond Hill pharmacy on Tuesday afternoon. During the incident, which occurred near Elgin Mills Road East and Redstone Road at approximately 3:30 p.m., an employee was slapped across the face. According to the police, both suspects had their faces concealed with masks, and one was armed with a knife. They entered the pharmacy and demanded cash before proceeding to fill a bag with narcotics and money. The suspects then left the store and fled the scene in a light-colored sedan. The first suspect is described as a Black male, aged 14 to 15, standing at five-feet seven-inches tall, and having a slim build. He was seen wearing a dark tracksuit, black sneakers, a black mask, and white gloves, while carrying a reusable shopping bag. The second suspect is described as a Black male, six-feet tall with a slim build. He was observed wearing a black hoodie, black track pants, white sneakers, a black mask, and white gloves, and was seen carrying a large kitchen knife. Investigators are requesting the assistance of any witnesses or individuals who may have dashcam or video surveillance footage of the area at the time of the incident. They are urged to come forward and provide any information that may assist in identifying the suspects. The York Regional Police holdup unit can be reached at 1-866-876-5423 ext. 6630, or individuals can provide tips anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
