20-year-old arrested after armed robbery: WPS

(Robert Lothian/CTV News Windsor)

Windsor police have arrested a 20-year-old man after an armed robbery at a home in the downtown area.

On March 30, members of the Major Crimes Unit launched an investigation after receiving information about a robbery that occurred the previous day.

Investigators determined that the suspect was inside a residence in the 30 block of Tuscarora Street when he was asked to leave.

Police say the suspect then brandished a knife and demanded the occupant’s wallet.

The suspect then allegedly forced the victim to go to a nearby automated banking machine (ATM) to withdraw additional cash and threatened retaliation if police were contacted.

Through investigation, including the review of surveillance video, officers identified the suspect.

Later that day, officers located and arrested him in the area of Erie Street East and Goyeau Street

He has been charged with:

• Robbery

• Extortion

• Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Major Crimes Unit at 519-255-6700, ext. 4830. Anonymous tips can be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 519-258-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.catchcrooks.com.