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RCMP search for suspect in Alberta liquor store robbery and assault

RCMP search for Taron Twoyoungmen after a liquor store robbery and assault near Edmonton, Thursday, Jan. 5, 2017. RCMP, Credit

The RCMP is looking for a 29-year-old after a robbery and assault at a Sandy Beach, Alta. liquor store.

Police said on Dec. 30 a man sprayed bear spray in the liquor store and stole a small amount of liquor, before leaving.

When he was outside, the suspect allegedly sprayed the bear spray through a vehicle window at a man who wasn’t aware of the robbery. The suspect then fled on foot.

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The man in the vehicle suffered minor injuries, while the liquor store clerk wasn’t injured.

The incident happened at around 6:15 p.m.

The RCMP have issued a warrant for the arrest of Taron Twoyoungmen.

He’s facing charges of assault with a weapon, possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, disguised with intent to commit an offence, robber with an offensive weapon, and three counts of failing to comply with a probation order.

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Sandy Beach is about 66 kms northwest of Edmonton.

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