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Man wearing Halloween mask robs variety store: London police

According to officials, a man wearing a Halloween mask entered a variety store on Waterloo Street at around 1:10 p.m. Oct. 31. Police say the suspect was armed with what was believed to be a gun. Kelly Wang/980 CFPL

London police say a 32-year-old London man has been charged after an armed robbery at a variety store.

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According to officials, a man wearing a Halloween mask entered a variety store on Waterloo Street at around 1:10 p.m. on Oct. 31.

Police say the suspect was armed with what was believed to be a gun.

The suspect approached the cashier, demanded money and fled in a vehicle with an undisclosed amount of cash, according to officials.

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A suspect was identified and officers arrested him at around 3:15 p.m. in the south end of the city.

A 32-year-old London man has been charged with armed robbery and disguise with intent, police said.

A replica gun was seized, police added.

Police say the victim was not physically harmed.

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The accused is scheduled to appear in London court Friday in relation to the charges.

Anyone with further information is asked to call the London Police Service at (519) 661-5670 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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