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RCMP arrest convenience store robbery suspect, looking for others in the vehicle

A 39-year-old Brantville man has been charged following the theft of a vehicle and the robbery of a convenience store in Neguac on Aug. 30. Provided/ RCMP

A New Brunswick man is facing a long list of charges after a convenience store was allegedly robbed and the suspect fled in a stolen vehicle.

RCMP in Neguac responded to Annette’s Convenience Store just before 10 p.m. Aug. 30.

It was reported a man had come into the store wearing a mask and demanding money. He fled with some cash.

With tips from the public and assistance from the Miramichi Police Force, RCMP arrested a suspect on Sept. 10.

Malcolm, Nathan Betts, 39, from Brantville, N.B., is charged with robbery, being disguised with intent to commit a criminal offence, dangerous operation of a motor vehicle, dangerous operation of a motor vehicle while being pursued by police, possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, theft of a motor vehicle and breaking and entering with intent.

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He appeared in Miramichi Provincial Court on Sept. 14.

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RCMP are asking for the public’s help in identifying the other people who may have been travelling in the vehicle that was used in the robbery.

The SUV, a 2015 silver KIA Sorento was damaged prior to the robbery and has been recovered. Provided/ RCMP

The 2015 KIA Sorento was damaged before the robbery and has since been recovered.

Anyone with information is asked to call Tracadie RCMP at 506-393-3000 or submit a tip anonymously through Crime Stoppers.

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