York Regional Police say they’ve identified and charged a teen suspect after he allegedly tried to rob a Markham dessert shop of cash with a wrench, but ended up fleeing with a single can of pop.
Officers were called to the shop on Copper Creek Boulevard on Monday, September 22 at around 8:15 p.m.
York police later released video of the incident.
It shows the suspect, wearing dark clothing and a surgical mask, entering the store and appearing to make small talk before pulling out a large wrench and allegedly demanding cash.
In a previous release, York police said the suspect “threatened an employee with a wrench but was unable to steal any money, taking only a can of soda.”
Police further allege that the suspect assaulted a passerby who tried to help the employee.
No serious injuries were reported.
On Thursday, police said a member of the public recognized the person in the video and contacted investigators.
“As a result, a male youth has been arrested and charged,” a police released states. “Investigators executed a search warrant at a residence in Markham where property related to the investigation was recovered.”
A 16-year-old male from Markham is now facing charges of robbery, disguise with intent, assault and breach of conditions of the Youth Criminal Justice Act.