Dauphin RCMP responded to a report of a robbery at a gas station on Main Street in Dauphin, just after midnight on Saturday morning. Four male suspects, one of which had a firearm, entered the business and threatened an employee. The suspects then fled with a large number of stolen items.
The employee chased and tackled the armed suspect, however, the other three were able to get away. One bystander called the police, while another helped the employee contain the suspect until police arrived. The employee suffered minor injuries in the process.
A 14-year-old male from Dauphin was later remanded into custody on charges including Robbery, Disguise with Intent, Point Firearm, Assault with a Weapon, and Uttering Threats. Police are still searching for the other three suspects involved.
Anyone with information is asked to call the Dauphin RCMP at 204-622-5020, Manitoba Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477, or submit a secure tip online here.
An investigation is underway, with more arrests expected.
