Boy, 16, accused of robbing Grimsby jewelry store
A 16-year-old boy is accused of robbing a jewelry store in Grimsby earlier this year.
Niagara Regional Police say detectives have been actively investigating the incident that occurred at Harmony Jewellers on the afternoon of Jan. 18.
Back in January, police said the suspect vehicle believed to be involved in this incident – a black Ford F150 Lariat pickup truck – was located a short time later by Hamilton Police in the area of Nugent Dr. and Nash Rd. N.
Following an investigation, cops said a suspect was identified, located and arrested.
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Police charged the Toronto teen with robbery, disguise with intent, and possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000.
The accused remains in custody and is scheduled to attend a bail hearing in St. Catharines on Friday.
This is not the first time that jewelry store has been targeted by thieves.
In a social media post, Conservative MP Dean Allison, who represents Niagara West, pointed out during the runup to the 2025 federal election that Harmony Jewellers, which was next to his campaign office, was the site of three robbery attempts over the last few months.
The investigation remains ongoing, cops said.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 905-688-4111, option 3, ext. 1009341.
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