Victim assaulted after armed suspects stole his wallet
Police are asking witnesses to come forward after an armed robbery in Thorold.
Around 8:45 p.m. Tuesday night, two suspects approached a man on an e-bike on Summers Drive near Confederation Avenue.
Police say one of the suspects was holding a black handgun and ordered the victim to hand over his wallet.
After the wallet was surrendered, the two men assaulted the victim for about 30 seconds before taking off in a grey Hyundai sedan.
The victim, a 20 year old man, suffered facial injuries and was taken to hospital.
He has since been released, and is recovering at home.
Police are asking for help identifying the two suspects.
Suspect #1
- Male
- Black
- 18-20 years of age
- Medium build
- Wearing a white t-shirt
- Wearing shorts
Suspect #2
- Male
- White
- 18-20 years of age
- Wearing a black balaclava
- Wearing a blue hooded sweatshirt
Suspect Vehicle
- Hyundai
- 4 door sedan
- Grey in color
Nearby residents with security cameras are asked to review their security footage and contact the lead detective at 905-688-4111, option 3, extension 1009412.
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