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Milton teen accused of armed robbery

Halton police arrest 13 year old boy after armed robbery in Milton.
Halton police arrest 13 year old boy after armed robbery in Milton. Global News File

A 13-year-old boy has been arrested in connection with an armed robbery in Milton.

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On Tuesday night, Halton Police say a woman was robbed at knifepoint in her driveway.

After receiving a large sum of money, the suspect fled on foot, police said.

Jax, a police services dog, tracked the suspect to a residence several blocks away, where several items were seized by police and the accused was taken into custody on several charges, including robbery, possession of a weapon, and uttering threats.

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Anyone with information is asked to contact Det. Const. Craig Slade of the One District Criminal Investigations Bureau at 905-825-4747 ext. 2456.

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