(DUFFERIN COUNTY) - Officers from the Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested one male in connection with an armed robbery at a retail store on Broadway in Orangeville.

On September 18, 2025, a robbery occurred at knifepoint at a retail location on Broadway. The suspect fled the scene before police arrived.

Two days later, on September 20, 2025, the same male returned to the store and attempted to rob it again. During this second incident, a struggle occurred between the suspect and store staff. The accused was overpowered and restrained until officers from Dufferin OPP arrived and placed him under arrest.

A male, who cannot be identified under the Youth Criminal Justice Act, has been charged with the following offences:

• Armed Robbery x 2
• Disguise with Intent x 2

You will not be asked to identify yourself, and you will not be required to testify in court.

Incident number: E251283451