Attempted robbery leads to drug arrest in Guelph: police

Guelph police say a 17-year-old is facing a long list of drug charges following an attempted robbery in the city’s east end on Monday evening.

The suspect allegedly confronted another teenager in a plaza and demanded his wallet, police said in a news release.

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The victim refused and ran into a nearby business, but the altercation didn’t end there.

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“The accused followed and forcefully pinned the victim up against the inside door of the store,” police said.

The suspect was unable to get to the wallet and took off.

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Police said officers located the teenager and allegedly found a large amount of cash and drugs on him including cocaine, magic mushrooms and marijuana.

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He was charged with two counts of trafficking and possession.

He was scheduled to appear in court on Tuesday.