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27-year-old charged following bank robbery in Alliston, Ont.

1-888-310-1122. Global News File

A 27-year-old from Georgina, Ont. has been charged following a robbery from a Scotiabank in Alliston, Ont. on Friday, OPP say.

Dillon Kakanis was arrested on Saturday and charged with robbery and disguise with intent, police say.

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At about noon Friday, officers say they responded to a robbery at the bank on Victoria Street West.

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A man came into the bank’s back entrance and demanded money from the employees, officers say.

According to police, no threats were issued and no weapon was observed.

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Kakanis was held for a bail hearing.

Officers say anyone with information can contact the Nottawasaga OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477.

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