RCMP in Red Deer are asking for the public’s help in locating a man wanted for the robbery of a Fairview Food Mart on Monday, March 21.
Investigators said the suspect entered the store on Fir Street in Red Deer at around 8 p.m., carrying a machete and demanding cigarettes and cash.
“Machetes are not uncommon among the criminal element. They aren’t as common as a smaller knife, but we seize machetes on a regular basis,” Cpl. Karyn Kay with Red Deer RCMP said.
Witnesses suggest the thief fled, heading east on foot, crossing a walking bridge on Taylor Drive and climbing into a waiting car.
The vehicle is described as a dark-coloured, four door, Chevrolet Impala with a spoiler on the back.
Police are looking for a male suspect, 18-25 years old, 5’8” – 5’9” tall. He was wearing a black hooded sweatshirt with bright red/orange lettering, black sunglasses, a black ball cap and black gloves.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Red Deer RCMP at 403-343-5575.