Man attempts to rob downtown Kamloops store with knife
KAMLOOPS – Local RCMP have arrested a 37-year-old man after he attempted to rob a vaporizer store in downtown Kamloops last night on April 4.
The man entered Vape Sense on 4 Avenue with his face covered while holding a knife, according to an RCMP media release. He demanded money but was struck by an employee.
The suspect fled the store and was located quickly by RCMP.
The man is known to police and will appear in court today, April 5.
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