On February 16, 2011, at approximately 9:15 am, Steinbach RCMP responded to a report of a robbery at The UPS Store on Brandt Street in Steinbach.
At the scene, RCMP determined a male suspect had entered the store wearing a balaclava over his face. The male confronted the lone store clerk, advised that he had a gun and demanded the clerk turn over money. No gun was actually seen. Once the male obtained the money from the clerk, he ran out the back door.
RCMP report that a Police Dog had been used, but was unsuccessful in locating the suspect.
The suspect is described as being around 5 feet 7 inches tall. He had a medium build and was wearing a black hooded sweatshirt, black pants and black shoes. The suspect may also have a darker complexion.
Video surveillance from the area showed a possible suspect running from the area. The individual attempted to run across Loewen Boulevard in Steinbach and was almost struck by a passing car. The male then crossed the street and was seen running north towards Highway 12.
RCMP in Steinbach are requesting that anyone who observed this person or anyone with knowledge of this robbery to contact the Steinbach RCMP at 204-326-1234 or to contact Crime Stoppers.
