NIAGARA REGIONAL POLICE SERVICE
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At approximately 3:30 p.m. on Friday May 21, 2021, 2 District (Niagara Falls) uniform officers were called to a gas station in the area of Stanley Ave and North St in the City of Niagara Falls following the report of a robbery.
Investigation determined that a male suspect entered the gas station and attempted to steal several items. When confronted, he allegedly threatened the clerk with a knife before fleeing the scene.
Officers were able to quickly locate the male in the area and placed him under arrest.
33-year-old Justin Crossley of Niagara Falls is facing the following charges:
- Robbery contrary to Section 344(1)(b) of the Criminal Code of Canada
- Failure to comply with probation order contrary to Section 733.1(1) of the Criminal Code of Canada
Crossley was held in custody pending a video bail hearing on Saturday May 22, 2021 at the Robert S.K. Welch Courthouse in the City of St. Catharines.
Anyone with further information is asked to contact detectives at (905) 688-4111 ext. 1009408
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