NEWS RELEASE
ONTARIO PROVINCIAL POLICE
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On Jan. 17, 2022 at approximately 11:30 p.m., the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were called to a residence on Chalmers Crescent in Elliot Lake in regards to a robbery occurrence.
The complainant had reported that person entered their residence, threatened them with a long gun, stole money, and then departed. The person was described as male, 5'8" to 6' tall, wearing black hockey style mask, skateboard shoes with white laces and a ball-cap.
The OPP's Canine Unit and Emergency Response Team (ERT) assisted with the investigation.
Any person with information regarding the person(s) responsible should immediately contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit information online. You may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.
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