Guelph police seek suspect in convenience store robbery

Guelph police say they are investigating a robbery at a convenience store in the east end.

Officers went to the business near Eramosa Road and Victoria Road North around 10 p.m. Tuesday.

Investigators say a man was seen approaching the counter to pay for a can of pop. As the clerk was completing the sale, the suspect jumped over the counter and demanded money.

Police say the suspect was seen putting his hand inside a reusable bag, implying that he had a weapon. However, no weapon was seen.

Investigators say the suspect fled on foot with a small amount of cash. No injuries were reported.

The suspect is six feet one inch tall with an athletic build. He was last seen wearing a white tank top, blue jeans, dark shoes, a white surgical mask and a white cloth around his head.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Guelph Police Service at 519-824-1212 ext. 7189 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.