Suspect arrested after violent robbery in Comox

A 19-year old man has been arrested following a violent robbery reported last week.

At 12:50 a.m. on February 19, 2021 Comox Valley RCMP received a report that a robbery at a business on the 700-block of Anderton Road in Comox. The victim reported that she had just locked up the store and was putting items into her trunk when a man approached her, displayed what appeared to be a handgun, and demanded her valuables. The suspect stole her purse and her car keys and the victim sustained a laceration to her neck.  

“Investigators from the Comox Valley Major Crime Unit have been working diligently since the robbery occurred to gather any available evidence in an effort to solve this crime.  This morning the Comox Valley Major Crime Unit made an arrest and want to assure the public they are confident they have the person responsible for this violent robbery in custody.  The suspect will remain in custody pending a court appearance,” said S/Sgt. Glen Breckon, Major Crime Unit, Comox Valley RCMP.

The Comox Valley RCMP would like to thank the media and the public for their assistance.