Posted on 06/26/2009, 6:30 am, by mySteinbach

RCMP have charged a Steinbach male in connection with an armed robbery that occurred at the 1st Choice Convenience Store in Steinbach on June 24, 2009.

19 Year old Walther Beitenger of Steinbach has been charged with armed robbery, wearing a disguise in the commission of an offence, possession of a weapon while committing an offence and breach of probation.

Beitenger was remanded into custody for a court appearance of June 26, 2009 in Winnipeg.

Two male young offenders have been charged with being a party to the offence of armed robbery. Both males have been released for court dates in July.

Cpl. Sean Grunewald
Steinbach RCMP
204-326-4452

Cpl. Rob Lasson
Steinbach RCMP
204-326-4452