ARMED ROBBERY SUSPECT IN CUSTODY

Merritt RCMP have arrested a man in connection with the armed robbery that occurred last Friday afternoon at a local business.

After receiving a tip from the public, the man was arrested without incident in downtown Merritt Tuesday morning.

The man remains in custody, facing several charges, including robbery with a firearm. The charges stem from an armed- robbery at Bob’s Mini Mart on Clapperton Ave on Friday.

Cpl. James Grandy said the “The Merritt RCMP wish to thank the community for their vigilance and patience while officers carried out the search.”

No names have been released and the investigation is continuing.