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Alleged serial Surrey convenience store robber charged

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A man wanted in connection with a string of convenience store robberies in Surrey is facing charges.

RCMP began investigating following a reported robbery at a convenience store in the 15100-block of 96 Avenue on Oct. 23, 2018.  Three more robberies were reported at the same store between Oct. 23 and Nov. 29, 2018.

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Kyle Danyliuk has been arrested. He’s facing a number of robbery, weapons and fraud related charges.

Police say a thorough investigation led to them linking the 26-year-old to the four incidents.

“The efforts made investigating these occurrences and identifying the suspect, is a demonstration of the hard work and commitment our officers provide on a daily basis,” Insp. Beth McAndie, Major Crime Senior Investigator, said in a media release.

“Recent crime statistics indicate robberies in Surrey continue to be on a downward trend with a 19% decrease from 2017 to 2018 which is an indication of the prevention and enforcement efforts of the Surrey RCMP.”

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