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UPDATE: Tips lead police to discovering robbery suspect’s identity

Vernon RCMP are asking for help in identifying a female suspect who tried to rob an elderly man in an Enderby, B.C., bakery parking lot. Vernon RCMP

UPDATE:

North Okanagan police say they have identified the female suspect of an attempted robbery in a bakery parking lot in Enderby last month.

Earlier Wednesday, Vernon RCMP issued a press release of the incident, with a photo of the suspect, asking for public help in identifying her.

“Since the original release was sent out, the RCMP has received numerous tips and phone calls in regards to the suspect’s identity,” said RCMP Cst. Kelly Brett. “Police would like to thank media and public for their assistance on this matter.

The suspect’s name was not released. Police added that the incident is still under investigation

ORIGINAL STORY:

Police in the North Okanagan are asking for public help in identifying an attempted robbery suspect.

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According to Vernon RCMP, a female suspect tried to rob an elderly man in the parking lot of a bakery in Enderby on December 29th, just before 8 a.m.

A photo of the female suspect regarding the attempted parking lot robbery in Enderby, B.C., on Dec. 29, 2018. Vernon RCMP

Police say the suspect made threats to stab the victim if he didn’t produce money. A brief struggle reportedly happened, with the man able to get into his vehicle and drive away without injury.

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“Police have conducted their investigation into this matter and are now seeking the public’s help in identifying the suspect female involved in this incident,” said RCMP Cst. Kelly Brett.

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“Although this incident is isolated, the RCMP would like to identify and hold this person responsible for her actions. No one wants to attend their community bakery and feel un-safe.”

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The suspect is described as being Caucasian, in her mid- to late-40s, approximately 5-foot-4 in height with a thin build and blond hair. She was wearing a camouflage jacket and jeans at the time.

Anyone with any information about this incident is asked to contact the Vernon North Okanagan RCMP (Enderby detachment) at 250-838-6818.

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