Suspect in custody facing charges after robbery, assault in Kamloops

Kamloops RCMP have a suspect in custody facing robbery and assault charges after a call for help on Tuesday.

On April 2, around 12:30 p.m., Kamloops RCMP officers were dispatched to the area of Angus Street and Mackenzie Avenue after receiving a report involving two people fighting, according to a news release.

“Officers arrived and located a man with serious injuries and a suspect nearby,” Cpl. Crystal Evelyn, Kamloops RCMP Detachment spokesperson, said. “Shortly after, the suspect allegedly assaulted a police officer.”

The victim was transported to a hospital and the police officer was not injured.

26-year-old Jamie Jason Gillam is being charged with one count each of robbery, aggravated assault, assault of a police officer and theft under $5,000.

Gillam will remain in custody until his next court appearance on April 10.

Anyone who witnessed, has information or video that may be related to this incident, is asked to contact the Kamloops RCMP at 250-828-3000 and reference file 2024-9539.

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